FORT MADISON, IA — October 23, 2026 Ian W. Eaves, 39, of Fort Madison, died following a collision between his motorcycle and a passenger vehicle on Avenue O in Lee County, according to the Iowa State Patrol.
The crash occurred at approximately 6:14 a.m. in the 5000 block of Avenue O. Investigators reported that Eaves was riding a 2011 Harley-Davidson motorcycle eastbound when a westbound 2001 Chevrolet Impala attempted to turn left into a private driveway.
The car’s driver reportedly failed to yield to the approaching motorcycle, resulting in a collision. Eaves suffered fatal injuries, according to the crash report.
Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances leading up to the incident. The Iowa State Patrol is continuing its investigation.
