52-year-old arrested for 3rd OWI following crash in Fond du Lac Co., Wi

Driver suffered serious injuries and was flown to hospital after vehicle went airborne and overturned.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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A 52-year-old Oakfield man was arrested for operating while intoxicated - third offense after a single-vehicle crash in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and suffered serious injuries, requiring a medical helicopter transport to a nearby hospital.

Why it matters

Repeat OWI offenders continue to pose a serious threat to public safety on Wisconsin roads, with high rates of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. This incident highlights the need for stricter enforcement and penalties to deter drunk driving and protect innocent drivers and pedestrians.

The details

The crash occurred on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 around 3:30 pm on USH 45 in the Township of Osceola. The vehicle was northbound when it failed to negotiate a curve, entered the east ditch, struck a driveway embankment, went airborne, and overturned. The driver, who was the lone occupant, was ejected from the vehicle.

  • The crash occurred on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 3:32 pm.
  • The driver was flown to ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah with serious injuries.

The players

52-year-old Oakfield man

The driver of the vehicle who was arrested for operating while intoxicated - third offense.

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What’s next

The Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the crash, and the driver will face charges for the third OWI offense.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenge of repeat drunk drivers on Wisconsin roads and the need for stronger measures to prevent these dangerous and preventable crashes.