A fatal collision occurred on June 15, 2025, in Cato, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, when a 2020 GMC Terrain driven by a 42-year-old woman struck a horse-drawn carriage traveling eastbound on U.S. Highway 10. The impact ejected both carriage occupants, resulting in the death of the 27-year-old driver and injuries to a 13-year-old passenger, who was hospitalized. The Wisconsin State Patrol is conducting a full crash reconstruction to determine the cause and any potential charges.

This tragic incident underscores the dangers rural drivers face when sharing roads with slow-moving, non-motorized vehicles like horse-drawn carriages, common in Amish and Mennonite communities. The crash highlights the need for increased driver awareness, proper passing procedures, and safety measures to prevent similar accidents. The community mourns the loss, and support efforts are underway for the affected family as investigations continue.