BIG BEND, Wis. (WKRC) — A local bartender is under investigation after allegedly serving her underage son alcohol prior to a fatal motorcycle crash.
Joshua Schladweiler, 18, died on July 15 when he reportedly exceeded 100 mph, crossed the center line, and collided with a van in Muskego. His blood-alcohol concentration was confirmed at 0.171, authorities reported.
No criminal charges have been filed against his mother, Angela Schladweiler, who served him at Papa Stache bar in Big Bend on the night of the crash. Witnesses indicated she was the bartender and served her son multiple beers. Authorities are considering charges of second-degree reckless homicide, sale of alcohol to an underage person, and sale to an intoxicated person.
Brian Schladweiler, Joshua's father, expressed frustration. “Who lets their son leave a bar after they'd been drinking?” he said. His sister, Melissa Weinberger, added, “I'm hoping that a lot more is revealed about the incident.”
Angela Schladweiler has been previously cited for providing alcohol to underage patrons at Papa Stache. Police indicated that she allegedly allowed her son to drink alcohol with her present, a practice permitted under Wisconsin law under specific circumstances.
Ray Amdahl, the driver of the van Joshua struck, asserted the need for accountability, stating, “This collision resulted in a life lost, injuries to myself, and lasting consequences for the families involved.”
A due process hearing regarding Papa Stache's liquor license is scheduled for November 30. The Waukesha County District Attorney's Office is currently reviewing evidence to determine whether to pursue criminal charges.