MERRIDY TOMASEK OBITUARY, DEATH,:TRAGIC TWO-VEHICLE ACCIDENT NORTH OF MADISON CLAIMS LIFE OF MERRIDY TOMASEK, INJURES ANOTHER; INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY INTO CAUSE OF FATAL COLLISION ON HIGHWAY 81
A devastating two-vehicle accident occurred on Friday afternoon north of Madison, claiming the life of Merridy Tomasek and leaving another woman injured. Sheriff Todd Volk of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office reported that deputies were dispatched around 3:45 p.m. to the area near North Main Street and Highway 81 in response to the crash.
_INCIDENT DETAILS_
Upon arrival, authorities found a 2004 Chevrolet Malibu on the shoulder of Highway 81 and a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country in a field east of the highway. Emergency responders worked to extricate the driver of the Malibu, identified as Merridy Tomasek of Norfolk, using the jaws of life. The driver of the Town and Country, Sarah Robinson of Madison, had managed to exit her vehicle.
_WITNESS ACCOUNT_
According to a witness, Tomasek’s Malibu was traveling eastbound on North Main Street. After stopping at the stop sign, the vehicle entered Highway 81 and was struck by Robinson’s Town and Country, which was traveling on the highway.
_MEDICAL RESPONSE_
Both women were transported by ambulance to Faith Regional Health Services in Norfolk. Robinson was treated for non-life-threatening injuries and later released. Tragically, Tomasek succumbed to her injuries despite medical efforts.
_INVESTIGATION UNDERWAY_
Sheriff Volk stated that the crash remains under investigation as authorities work to piece together the exact circumstances leading up to the collision. This incident serves as a somber reminder of the dangers present at busy intersections and highlights the importance of vigilance while driving.
_COMMUNITY MOURNS LOSS_
The community mourns the loss of Tomasek, a Norfolk resident, while extending thoughts and support to her loved ones during this difficult time.
_IMPORTANCE OF INTERSECTION SAFETY_
This tragic incident underscores the importance of intersection safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution when approaching and navigating intersections.
_CONCLUSION_
The tragic two-vehicle accident north of Madison has claimed the life of Merridy Tomasek and left another woman injured. As the investigation continues, the community comes together to support the families affected by this devastating incident.
