Sturgeon Bay Police Department is investigating a fatal motor vehicle accident that took place today at approximately 11:55am on W Spruce St, just west of Madison Ave. First responders arrived on scene and found the driver, who was the lone occupant, without a pulse or breathing. Medical efforts were attempted at the scene and at Door County Medical Center, but were unsuccessful in resuscitating the driver.
Preliminary findings indicate the driver likely suffered a medical condition while behind the wheel. The vehicle jumped the curb and went up onto the grass by the skate park parking lot. The vehicle continued straight, coming to rest in some shrubs/trees. Alcohol or drugs are not suspected to be contributing factors in the accident.
The Sturgeon Bay Police Department has identified the driver as Michael Bloom, age 53, Sturgeon Bay.
