OZAUKEE COUNTY -- Ozaukee County officials say a man who suffered critical injuries after falling on top of a machete in Fredonia, has died. He has been identified as 35-year-old Johnathan Barrett of Washington County.
Police say the incident happened around 3:15 p.m. Tuesday, July 25th in Waubedonia Park.
According to the Ozaukee County Sheriff’s Office, Barrett accidentally fell onto an 11-inch knife while in the park. He was treated on scene for critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital. Authorities announced Wednesday, July 26th Barrett died from his injuries.
Photo of similar knife
The incident remains under investigation and pending autopsy and toxicology reports.