Basic Facts

Crash date: August 4, 2026

Crash location: U.S. Route 45 and 10th Avenue in Antigo, WI

People involved:

  • William Joseph Hildenbrand, 45
  • Unidentified truck driver

Do authorities suspect alcohol played a role in this crash? Unknown

Did authorities recommend criminal charges? Unknown

Do authorities suspect a product defect caused the crash? Unknown

Accident Report

Antigo, WI — August 4, 2026, William Hildbrand was killed in a truck accident at about 1:50 p.m. on Superior Street/U.S. Route 45.

Authorities said a bicyclist collided with a semi-truck that was making a wide turn near the intersection with 10th Avenue.

Bicyclist William Joseph Hindenbrand, 45, of Antigo was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.

No other injuries were reported.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Langlade County crash at this time.

How Did This Accident Occur?

Initial reporting on this crash indicates the truck made a wide turn, hinting that authorities may believe the driver did something wrong here. That is worth exploring as investigators try to piece together what happened at this intersection.

Did the truck swerve out of its lane before attempting the turn, or did its trailer swing unexpectedly during the manuever?

Investigators will review vehicle data, physical evidence, witness statements and available video footage as they work to reconstruct this accident. They also should look at the trucking company’s hiring and maintenance records to determine if the driver was properly vetted or if the truck was overdue for any repairs.

This investigation should give the bicyclist’s family a clear picture of what caused this crash.

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