Milwaukee, WI (May 29, 2026) – A 39-year-old man was killed and a 19-year-old driver taken into custody following a crash near West Fond du Lac Avenue and West Roosevelt Drive in Milwaukee early Tuesday morning, May 26. The collision was reported at 12:12 a.m.
Leandre Brown, 39, was ejected after a collision between his three-wheeled and a full-sized SUV. As a result, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The 19-year-old driver involved in the wreck was taken into custody by Milwaukee police shortly after the accident.
Investigators continue to review the accident.
We extend our sincerest condolences to Leandre Brown’s family and all those who loved him.
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Claim After a Fatal Crash in Milwaukee, WI?
In Wisconsin, the right to file a wrongful death claim after a fatal crash belongs to specific family members defined by state law. A spouse, domestic partner, or the deceased person’s children are typically the first eligible parties to bring a claim. If no spouse, partner, or children survive, parents of the deceased may be entitled to file.
Wisconsin wrongful death claims must generally be filed within three years of the date of death. The claim can seek compensation for the deceased person’s lost earning capacity, the loss of companionship and society suffered by surviving family members, funeral and burial costs, and related expenses.
When a driver is taken into custody following a fatal crash, the criminal process and the civil wrongful death claim run separately, a civil claim can proceed regardless of the outcome of any criminal proceedings.
A Milwaukee personal injury attorney can help surviving family members understand their standing, gather evidence from the crash, and build a claim that reflects the full extent of their loss.
If you are not sure what steps follow after a fatal crash in Milwaukee County, our team at Konstantakis Law Office can guide you. We can review your case and explain to you what options may be available under Wisconsin law.
If you want to learn more, contact Konstantakis Law Office at (414) 427-6181.
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