WEBSTER COUNTY, Iowa — The Iowa State Patrol is investigating a fatal two-vehicle accident that left one person dead and two others injured on U.S. 20.
Investigators said the accident happened May 22 at approximately 4:03 p.m. Emergency personnel transported three individuals to a hospital for treatment.
Authorities said an 82-year-old man from Des Moines was driving a 2011 Honda Fit northbound on P59 when he failed to stop at a stop sign. His vehicle entered U.S. 20 and was struck broadside by an eastbound 2023 Lincoln Nautilus.
Officials identified the deceased as the Honda driver. Police said he was transported to UnityPoint Trinity Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
The Lincoln driver, Diane Witt, 78, of Arcadia, sustained injuries and was taken to the hospital.
A 51-year-old passenger from Westside, Stacie Segebart, was also injured. Authorities said she was transported to the hospital for treatment.
The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact law enforcement.