Oconto County reports fatal crash and missing Green Bay woman
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Oconto County, Wis. — The Oconto County Sheriff's Office reported Sunday that a motorcycle-truck collision at County Trunk Highway S and Schwartz Road in Chase killed a 39-year-old Escanaba man at about 1:30 p.m.; investigators said a truck entered the intersection and the motorcycle struck the truck's passenger-side box.
Green Bay authorities and the sheriff's office also this week sought public help locating 40-year-old Elizabeth Steckbauer, last heard from on July 10 at a Green Bay park, described as 5'7" and about 190 pounds with a blue star tattoo on her right cheek; officials asked anyone with information to call the sheriff's office immediately.
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Timeline
- 1. July 10 — Elizabeth Steckbauer was last heard from at a Green Bay park.
- 2. Following July 10 — Family and sheriff's office provided physical description and issued a public missing-person notice.
- 3. Sunday (around 1:30 p.m.) — Motorcycle and truck collision occurred at CTH S and Schwartz Road in Chase, Oconto County.
- 4. Same day — Two truck occupants were evaluated and released; the motorcyclist died from injuries sustained.
- 5. Monday and afterward — Sheriff's office released preliminary findings and contact information, urging the public to provide tips.
Why it matters
This is a reminder about road safety and community vigilance. Always be cautious at intersections and keep an eye out for motorcyclists. If you're in the Green Bay area, stay alert for any signs of Elizabeth Steckbauer. Your attention could make a difference.
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