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Kenosha Driver Held in Connection With a Pedestrian Fatality

Nov. 13, 2026 8p

(WGTD)---A Kenosha man is facing a felony charge in connection with the death of a pedestrian who'd been walking her dog on a city street last month.

49 year-old Waylon Lenfestey was charged with operating while suspended in a case that involves a death. If convicted, he could receive a sentence of up to six years.  

68 year-old Ann Brothen was the victim. She was struck after dark at the intersection of 79th St. and Pershing Blvd.

Initially, police believed that a hit and run driver struck the woman--Lenfestey claimed that she'd already been laying in the street when he came through. But authorities say the evidence indicates Lenfestey's truck was the only vehicle involved. 

According to the criminal complaint, Lenfestey refused to consent to a blood draw to rule out impairment. He was taken directly to jail. He's being held on a $50,000 bond. 

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