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UPDATE: Fatal Crash in the Town of Primrose Save Email Print
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UPDATE: Saturday, May 31, 2008 -- 2:30pm

**Release from Dane County Sheriff's Office**

At 1:45am, on Saturday, May 31, 2008, Dane County Sheriff's Deputies, along with Belleville Police and New Glarus Fire Department and EMS, responded to a reported roll-over crash on STH 92, .2 mile north of STH 69 in the Town of Primrose. First arriving units found the driver, and lone occupant, on the ground between the car and a tree.

Investigators on scene believe the 24-year-old driver, Todd J. Podach of Brooklyn, Wisconsin, operating a 2003 Mazda 6S, failed to negotiate a curve on STH 92 while traveling southbound. After traveling through the east ditch for approximately 250 feet, the car began to roll end over end, ejecting Podach out of the car. He was pronounced dead at the scene by the assistant coroner.

The crash remains under investigation. Speed and alcohol appear to be factors in the crash. Podach was not wearing a seatbelt.
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POSTED: Saturday, May 31, 2008 -- 8:30am

One person is dead after a rollover crash in the Town of Primrose.

The Dane County Sheriff's Office responded to the crash around 1:45 Saturday morning. The vehicle rolled over near Highway 92 and 69.

Units found the driver ejected from the car and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The crash is still under investigation. Speed and alcohol appear to be factors.

The name of the victim has not been released.
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Posted by: Lindsay Location: Tampa, FL on Aug 7, 2008 at 07:29 AM
To Todd: You called me out of the blue that night after a year. How strage life is, how unexpected. We were always drawn to each other. We were always friends, even after everything. The world experiences a loss because you're not here. I have so many good memories of you, of us, really great times. I think about you daily. You will always be a part of me. You impressed me. I wish comfort to your family and everyone else you impacted in your short but meaningful life. Rest in peace my friend.
Posted by: Maldonados Location: Germany on Jul 16, 2008 at 03:21 AM
Todd was a very good soldier and he will be missed. He was a good friend of ours. To his family, my heart and prayers go out to you all. At least we have good memories of Todd and Pictures of him being goofy. He could always make u laugh. We love and miss you Todd.
Posted by: kenny bryant Location: perryville mo on Jul 3, 2008 at 11:21 PM
person i served with him twice in iraq he helped me through alot he has been there for me when i was down to bring me back up he was a great friend he was more than that he was a brother to me and the stupid people that are calling idiot are going to pay in hell they do not know what it takes to serve there country and to me they should not open there mouth to say what they think i dont care to hear it and i dont think other people do either they should be thanking him for what he has done for them so todd i thank you for what you have done for me brother and you will always be with me love you brother i will see you on the flip side.. bryant
Posted by: Robert Location: FLW, MO on Jun 17, 2008 at 01:47 PM
There are always people that are so quick to judge someone. I assume that none of you here that are calling Todd an idiot or saying how many times bla bla bla. I new this Guy, I served with him in I raq. He was a wonderful sole. I loved him like a brother and he would do anything for anyone. I want you all to think about what this man did for you for 3 years of his life. He protected your freedoms so that one day you could call him an idiot. Todd god rest your sole, you will be greatly missed
Posted by: Friend of Todd's Mom Location: Belleville on Jun 3, 2008 at 01:37 PM
Re post by Todd's Cousin: Well said, thank you. My sympathies to you and your family.
Posted by: Todds Cousin Location: Madison on Jun 3, 2008 at 10:51 AM
It is understandable that a bad decision was made and Todds friends and family are suffering the consequences. Some of you can't help but to put comments out reminding people not to drink and drive, but who are you trying to convince? Show some respect to his friends and family. Todd was a great man. He was willing to sacrifice his life for this country. Show some remorse for his loved ones and keep your comments to yourself if you don't have anything nice to say about him. Friends and family do read these. Think about how you would feel if this was your son, grandson, brother, uncle, or cousin. Todd was all of those to many people. Respect the mourning relatives. If you want to preach about drunk driving then join MADD or SADD. Your comments on a news website do nothing but dig the knife a little deeper in those who are already suffering enough.
Posted by: Anon Location: Madison on Jun 2, 2008 at 10:10 AM
While it is sad that a young man is dead, it was a completely preventable death. That is what is most sad. This young man made a very poor choice and it cost him his life. I can only hope people will start to learn from all these senseless deaths that COULD HAVE BEEN PREVENTED!! My thoughts and prayers are with his family who are now suffering from his bad choice.
Posted by: Anonymous on Jun 1, 2008 at 07:50 PM
A young man who survived a tour in Iraq is dead and most of you have nothing better to do than leave a comment about what an "idiot" he was. Good people make bad decisions. Get over yourselves.
Posted by: Ryan Location: Iowa City on Jun 1, 2008 at 05:46 PM
How many times have you made a mistake in life???? Todd made one and it took his life. Let's try to remember what Todd sacrificed for us while fighting in Iraq for 3 years. i don't think I would handle 3 years of war very well.....how bout you? Thanks for your sacrifices Todd.
Posted by: Not Ignorant on Jun 1, 2008 at 06:30 AM
When are people going to get it through their thick heads, if you are going to drink, don't drive and if your with someone who is drinking, don't ride with them.
Posted by: Stephanie Location: Belleville on May 31, 2008 at 10:38 PM
Todd was a good guy... served our country... he is going to be missed.
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 03:21 PM
Correction: that should say Belleville Police, Belleville Fire Department and Belleville EMS
Posted by: not suprised on May 31, 2008 at 01:10 PM
Maybe I am getting cold but how many of these do we have to hear about before we change our behavior? "SPEED AND ALCOHOL APPEAR TO BE FACTORS"
Posted by: Anonymous on May 31, 2008 at 10:45 AM
oh looky here ANOTHER drunk driver, least the drunkn idiot killed himself and not some innocent people as usual.
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