Law Enforcement

Motorcyclist dies after Thursday crash near Galesville

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5 days ago

September 13, 2024

A motorcyclist in Trempealeau County was killed in a crash near Galesville on Thursday, according to law enforcement.

The Trempealeau County Sheriff’s Office said it was notified of an accident on Highway 53 near County Road TTT. A motorcycle there hit something in the road, tipped over and ejected the rider, who was not wearing a helmet.

The driver later died at a La Crosse hospital. Their name has not yet been released.

The sheriff’s office is asking the public for information about the crash.

As of this week, five people have been reported killed in Trempealeau County accidents during 2024.

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A native of Prairie du Chien, Brad graduated from UW - La Crosse and has worked in radio news for more than 30 years, mostly in the La Crosse area. He regularly covers local courts and city and county government. Brad produces the features "Yesterday in La Crosse" and "What's Buried on Brad's Desk." He also writes the website "Triviazoids," which finds odd connections between events that happen on a certain date, and he writes and performs with the local comedy group Heart of La Crosse. Brad been featured on several national TV programs because of his memory skills.