intersection of West Third Avenue and Fourth Street•Sunday, October 25, 2026

Janesville man hospitalized after two-car crash in Brodhead

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Key Facts

Location

intersection of West Third Avenue and Fourth Street

Date & Time

Sunday, October 25, 2026 (6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23)

Roads / Highways

West Third Avenue, Fourth Street

Vehicles Involved

car, car

Injuries Reported

multiple injuries

Responding Agencies

Green County Sheriff’s Office

News Sources

1 source

These details are from publicly available news coverage and may not include every fact in the official police report.

Full Incident Report

Deputies said the other driver came into the intersection from a stop sign, and he was cited for failing to yield the right of way.

Brodhead, WI - October 25, 2026

Sergio Ramon Ochoa, 54, of Janesville, was taken to a hospital after a crash involving two cars at an intersection in Brodhead on Friday evening, Oct. 23, according to reports from the Green County Sheriff's Office.

Key Facts

  • Date: Friday, Oct. 23, around 6:30 p.m.
  • Location: Intersection of West Third Avenue and Fourth Street, Brodhead, Green County, Wisconsin
  • Type of crash: Two-car crash
  • Vehicles involved: Two cars
  • Injuries / fatalities: One driver hospitalized with injuries not believed to be life-threatening
  • Responding agencies: Green County Sheriff's Office
  • Reported by: WMTV 15 NEWS

Crash Overview

The sheriff's office reported that the collision occurred at roughly 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, at the corner of West Third Avenue and Fourth Street in Brodhead.

Deputies said Jeremy Sigafus, 50, of Freeport, came into the intersection from a stop sign and struck the car driven by Sergio Ramon Ochoa, 54, of Janesville.

Ochoa was taken to a hospital. Deputies said his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. Sigafus was not hurt. Few other details have been reported.

People Involved

  • Sergio Ramon Ochoa, 54, of Janesville: Driver of one of the two cars. Taken to a hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening.
  • Jeremy Sigafus, 50, of Freeport: Driver of the other car. Not injured.

Investigation Status

Deputies said Sigafus was cited for failing to yield the right of way, according to WMTV 15 NEWS.

If You Were Involved

If you were involved in a crash, these general steps may help:

  1. Seek medical attention even if you feel fine.
  2. Document the scene with photos or video if it is safe to do so.
  3. Exchange information with the other drivers and note any witnesses.
  4. Request the official crash report from the law enforcement agency that responded.
  5. Notify your insurer as soon as reasonably possible.
  6. Consider speaking with a qualified attorney if you were injured or face significant losses.

News Coverage (1 Source)

WMTV 15 NEWS•Oct 25, 2026

Janesville man hospitalized after two-car crash in Brodhead

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If You Were Involved

1

Seek medical attention

Even if you feel fine, some injuries may not be immediately apparent.

2

Document everything

Take photos, gather witness information, and keep all medical records.

3

Get the police report

This is crucial for insurance claims and any legal action.

4

Know your rights

Don't speak to insurance adjusters without understanding your rights first.

5

Consult an attorney

Many offer free consultations to review your case.

Getting the Official Crash Report

The official report is written by the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash. Our Wisconsin guide explains who keeps crash reports in Wisconsin, how to request a copy, and where the official request pages are.

Read the Wisconsin guide

Why the Official Report Matters

The official accident report documents key facts—who was involved, where and when it happened, the officer's fault determination, and witness statements. Insurance companies rely on it to process claims.

Without this report, proving fault becomes significantly harder. Even if you don't plan to file a lawsuit, having the official record protects you if the other party's insurance disputes your account.

Disclaimer: This information is compiled from publicly available news sources and may be incomplete or updated as investigations continue. For official records, contact the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash.

Last updated: October 25, 2026 at 12:41 AM