Polk County, IA (September 24, 2024) – A tragic accident occurred on the evening of September 22, resulting in the deaths of three individuals. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, the two-vehicle crash took place just before 8:00 p.m. at the intersection of NE 46th Street and NE 94th Avenue, east of Ankeny.
Officials reported that the vehicle traveling northbound on NE 46th was speeding and failed to stop at a stop sign. This reckless action led to a collision with a vehicle that was eastbound on NE 94th Avenue. The impact was severe, resulting in the immediate deaths of both drivers and a passenger in the eastbound vehicle.
The identities of the deceased have not been released pending notification of their families. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash to gather more details about the events leading up to this tragic incident.
Our thoughts are with the families and friends of those who lost their lives in this devastating accident.
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