Three injured in Town of Beloit crash after driver loses control, crashes into trees

By: Stephanie Staudinger

Posted: Jul 28, 2019 2:22 PM CDT

TOWN OF BELOIT, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Town of Beloit Police Department is currently investigating a crash which left three people injured.

It happened around 11:20 p.m. on Saturday in the area of Saint Lawrence and S. Paddock.

According to police, a 20-year-old man was operating a 2005 Chrysler when it left the road and struck trees and a pole.

The driver was taken to a local hospital with multiple injuries. He is currently in stable condition, police say.

A 20-year-old passenger was taken by Flight for Life to an area trauma center where he underwent surgery.

An 18-year-old passenger was also taken to a local hospital where she underwent surgery.

The investigation remains ongoing.

The Town of Beloit Police believe that speed and alcohol were contributing factors in this incident.

Stay with CBS 58 News for more information on this developing story.