David Gau : “Wauwatosa pedestrian killed by driver on Snapchat”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Wauwatosa pedestrian accident
2. Driver using Snapchat while driving

A Wisconsin man is charged in a February crash that resulted in the death of a 93-year-old pedestrian in Wauwatosa. 24-year-old Clay Schueffner of St. Cloud faces charges of homicide by negligent operation of a vehicle. The victim, David Gau, was fatally struck while crossing the street near 103rd and Wisconsin. Schueffner, who was working at Froedtert Hospital that day, claimed he looked away for four seconds before the accident occurred. Investigators found evidence of distracted driving on his cellphones. Surveillance footage indicates Gau attempted to cross when it was safe. Schueffner is scheduled to appear in court on May 24.

Tragedy Strikes in Wauwatosa

WAUWATOSA, Wis. – A quiet afternoon in Wauwatosa turned tragic when a 93-year-old pedestrian, David Gau, was struck and killed near the intersection of 103rd and Wisconsin. The incident, which occurred around 1:45 p.m., has left the community in shock.

Authorities have charged 24-year-old Clay Schueffner of St. Cloud with homicide by negligent operation of a vehicle in connection with the fatal crash. According to prosecutors, Gau was attempting to cross the street when he was struck by Schueffner’s pickup truck.

The victim, a resident of the nearby St. Camillus Senior Community, tragically succumbed to his injuries at the scene. Police reported that Schueffner remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation following the incident.

The Moments Leading Up to the Tragedy

During questioning, Schueffner revealed that he was on his way to work at Froedtert Hospital when the accident occurred. He admitted to briefly looking down at his speedometer and then at his GPS, mounted on the dashboard of his vehicle.

According to a criminal complaint, Schueffner estimated that he took his eyes off the road for approximately four seconds. When he looked back up, he saw Gau but was unable to avoid the collision. Witnesses at the scene immediately called 911, but the impact was unavoidable.

Further investigation revealed that Schueffner’s cell phone data indicated he was driving above the speed limit at the time of the crash. Additionally, it was discovered that he had been using various applications on his phone, including Snapchat, moments before the incident.

Surveillance Footage Provides Insight

Surveillance footage of the crash painted a clearer picture of the events leading up to the tragic collision. The video showed Gau waiting for a clear moment to cross the street before attempting to make his way across.

As Gau reached the center line, Schueffner’s pickup truck appeared in the frame. Despite Gau’s attempts to hurry across, the truck maintained its speed and did not brake before the impact. Schueffner stopped immediately after the collision, demonstrating concern for the victim.

Court records indicate that Schueffner is scheduled to appear in court on May 24 to face charges related to the incident. The community mourns the loss of David Gau and hopes for justice to be served in this tragic case.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. Stay tuned for more updates as the investigation unfolds.