Black River Falls Man Killed in One Vehicle Accident in Taylor County

Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 -- 11:01 AM

On Saturday, August 1, 2026, at approximately 1:13 AM, the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch Center received a 911 call reporting a single vehicle crash near N4303 State Hwy 73 in the Township of Aurora, Taylor County.

It was reported that there was a subject lying in the roadway. Taylor County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to the scene along with Taylor County EMS (to include Jump River and Taylor County First Responders), Gilman Fire Department, and Jump River Fire Department personnel.

Upon arrival, two injured male occupants were located at the scene. Both occupants were attended to by the responding agencies and transported from the scene for their injuries.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the vehicle involved was southbound on State Highway 73 when it left the roadway, entered the west ditch, then re-entered the roadway and rolled before coming to rest in the middle of the highway facing northbound.

One occupant of the vehicle, identified as 36-year-old Nathan Burke of Black River Falls, WI, was ejected during the crash. A short time later, Nathan succumbed to injuries sustained from the crash.

The other occupant, identified as 45-year-old Bradley Olson of Black River Falls, WI, received medical treatment and was later placed into police custody on drug related charges.

Neither occupant was wearing a seatbelt. This incident is still under investigation. No other information will be released at this time. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Nathan.

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