Police investigate fatal crash on Milwaukee's west side

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- A 20-year-old man from East Troy died after his van struck a light pole and fence near 92nd and Chester on Milwaukee's far west side on Wednesday morning, October 2nd.

Officers were called to the area shortly before 6:30 a.m. when residents discovered the crash.

Police say the East Troy man was westbound on Chester when he crossed into the eastbound lanes and exited the roadway, striking a light pole and a fence.  The driver died at the scene.

Investigators are working with the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office to determine if there are any contributing factors.



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