The Columbus Police Department was recently notified that a man injured in a car accident earlier this month has died.
Columbus Police Capt. Doug Molczyk said the department was notified Friday afternoon that Karl J. Wlaschin (6/2/1941) passed away shortly after 1 p.m. Friday, March 24th.
“We delayed our release out of respect for the family, allowing them to make notifications,” Molczyk said. “Our sympathy goes out to the family.”
Original article below:
Columbus Police responded to a two-vehicle accident on March 20th, 2023 at the intersection of 20th Street and 28th Avenue.
A white Cadillac XT5 collided with a red Chevrolet Equinox, causing the Equinox to flip on its top. The driver of the Equinox, Karl J. Wlaschin, was found motionless and not breathing. Thanks to the efforts of law enforcement, first responders, and medical staff, Wlaschin was transported to Columbus Community Hospital and then flown to Bryan LGH in Lincoln for further treatment.
The driver of the Cadillac, Darla M. Orender, was identified by police. The initial investigation indicates that the accident occurred when the Cadillac, traveling westbound on 20th Street, collided with the southbound Chevrolet Equinox on 28th Avenue. The incident is still under investigation, and no charges have been filed at this time.
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