August 28, 2024
DES MOINES, Iowa - On August 28 at approximately 1:00 a.m., an Iowa State Patrol trooper attempted to stop a speeding blue Hyundai on Interstate 235 near Keo Way. The driver refused to stop, exited Interstate 235 at the 31st Street exit, headed south, and then turned east onto Grand Avenue. The trooper slowed down as the fleeing vehicle sped away, heading the wrong way down Grand Avenue. A short time later, the trooper encountered a crash at Grand Avenue and 7th Street involving the fleeing Hyundai and a Jeep Cherokee. The two occupants of the Jeep Cherokee suffered minor injuries.
There were five occupants in the Hyundai. Four of the occupants, to include the driver, suffered injuries ranging from minor to severe. The fifth occupant, a passenger, died in the crash.
The Hyundai was reported stolen. The 16-year-old driver had outstanding warrants for his arrest and a firearm on his person.
The crash is still under investigation.
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Iowa Department of Public Safety
215 E. 7th St.
Des Moines, IA 50319
215 E 7th St
Des Moines, IA 50319