1 dead in snowmobile accident on Hwy 47 north of Rhinelander

  • Source: WSAW-TV CBS 7 Wausau
  • Published: 01/27/2023 12:00 AM

On Thursday, The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call of a snowmobile accident near the intersection of Hwy 47 and Bridge Road in the town of Newbold. Upon arrival, deputies determined that a group of snowmobiles were crossing Hwy 47 from east to west. The last snowmobile in the group was then struck by a vehicle traveling south. As a result of the collision, the 57-year-old male operator of the snowmobile was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver was treated for minor injuries at the scene by the Rhinelander Fire Department and released from the scene. The names of the subjects will not be released until proper notifications are given to family.



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