Single Vehicle Accident

On Wednesday, June 26, 2019, at 5:07 a.m., the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office investigated a single vehicle rollover fatality in the 4700 block of 525th Avenue. Following the investigation, the Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office determined that between 12:00 am and 01:00 am, Jason Wickman (44), of West Bend, was driving a 2003 Ford F250 northbound in the 4700 block of 525th Avenue. Wickman failed to negotiate a Y intersection at that location and subsequently entered the west ditch. After entering the west ditch, Wickman’s vehicle rolled two times, ejecting Wickman from the vehicle. Wickman was pronounced deceased on the scene. Wickman’s vehicle was deemed a total loss as a result of the accident.