Waupun, WI — March 1, 2025, Alexa Dunn was killed following a head-on truck accident at approximately 1:45 a.m. along S.H. 26.

According to authorities, 20-year-old Alexa Dunn was traveling in a southbound motor vehicle on State Highway 26 in the vicinity of the Neitman Road intersection when the accident took place.

The cause of the accident remains unclear. Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, the vehicle failed to safely maintain its lane of travel. It reportedly veered left, crossing into the oncoming lane of the highway. There, reports state that it was involved in a head-on collision with a northbound commercial vehicle.

Dunn sustained fatal injuries over the course of the wreck and was declared deceased at the scene, according to reports. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary

When a vehicle crosses into oncoming traffic and collides head-on with a commercial truck, the key question isn’t just what happened, but why it happened. In my experience handling truck accident cases, wrecks like this rarely occur without multiple contributing factors that need to be examined.

What caused the vehicle to leave its lane? Drivers don’t typically drift into oncoming traffic without a reason. Was distraction, fatigue, or a medical issue involved? Did the driver attempt to avoid something in the roadway? Investigators should review phone records, toxicology reports, and any available dashcam footage to determine what led to the lane departure.

Did the truck driver have enough time to react? Commercial truck drivers are trained to anticipate hazards, but even the most skilled driver has limited options in a sudden head-on situation. Investigators should analyze speed data, braking distances, and any evasive maneuvers taken by the truck driver.

Did broader issues contribute to the crash? If the commercial vehicle was improperly maintained or the driver was operating under unsafe conditions—such as excessive fatigue—those factors should be scrutinized as part of the investigation. Reviewing the company’s safety records, driver logs, and vehicle inspection reports could provide insight into whether any overlooked factors played a role.

At the end of the day, the most important thing is finding answers. Even if it takes an independent investigation to gather the right evidence, it’s critical to examine every factor to ensure those affected by the crash get the clarity they deserve.