Dane County Medical Examiner identifies man killed after Monona crash

The Dane County Medical Examiner released the name of the person who died in a seven-car crash in Monona.
Published: Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:31 AM CDT|Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 4:17 PM CDT

MADISON, Wis. (WMTV) - The Dane County Medical Examiner has identified the man who died after a seven-car crash in Monona last week.

Derek W. Schwarting, 25, was severely injured in the crash on the afternoon of March 24. He died from his injuries at a hospital on March 26.

The medical examiner confirmed Mr. Schwarting died from injuries as a result of the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

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