Records show lack of helmets, seatbelts in Wisconsin ATV/UTV deaths this year

Wisconsin Tops the Nation in Fatal ATV and UTV Crashes as State Records 29 Deaths This Year, Officials Urge Helmets, Seat Belts and Sober Riding – Central Recorder Publishing

MADISON, WI — Wisconsin is leading the country in fatal all-terrain vehicle and utility terrain vehicle crashes, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. State officials said 29 people have died in ATV and UTV crashes so far this year. The agency said many of those deaths likely could have been prevented with safer choices by riders. The DNR is asking operators to take the risks seriously before heading out again. Safety Gear …

Records show lack of helmets, seatbelts in Wisconsin ATV/UTV deaths this year

There have been 29 fatal crashes so far in 2026.

No helmets, no seatbelts top factors in fatal ATV/UTV crashes so far in 2026 - KFIZ News-Talk 1450 AM

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) statistics show the lack of wearing helmets and using seatbelts are the primary causes of the 29 fatal ATV/UTV incidents so far in 2026. Wisconsin leads the nation in fatal ATV/UTV incidents. A third major factor in fatal crashes is the lack of completing a safety education course. “This is a troubling trend,” said Lt. Jacob Holsclaw, DNR off-highway vehicle administrator. “Completing safety educat…

No Helmets, Seatbelts Linked to Most Fatal ATV/UTV Crashes in Wisconsin

MADISON, WI – Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) statistics show the lack of wearing helmets and using seatbelts are the primary causes of the 29 fatal ATV/UTV incidents so far in 2026. Wisconsin leads the nation in fatal ATV/UTV incidents. A third major factor in fatal crashes is the lack of completing a safety education course. "This is a troubling trend," said Lt. Jacob Holsclaw, DNR off-highway vehicle administrator. "Completing…