Terry Thomsen injured after SUV hit by garbage truck, police say

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Terry Thomsen injured after SUV hit by garbage truck, police say

STORM LAKE, IA, (April 27, 2026) — Terry Thomsen, 71, of Altoona, was seriously injured in a collision involving a garbage truck Monday morning in Storm Lake, authorities said.

According to police, Thomsen was driving a Ford Escape that was struck by a Freightliner garbage truck at approximately 10:26 a.m. at the intersection of Radio Road and Expansion Boulevard.

First responders arrived at the scene and found Thomsen unconscious and trapped inside the SUV. Emergency crews worked to extricate him before transporting him for urgent medical treatment.

The Storm Lake Police Department and the Iowa State Patrol (ISP) are jointly investigating the circumstances of the crash.

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GARBAGE TRUCK ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION

Garbage truck operators are required to comply with strict federal safety regulations designed to protect other road users.

However, these safety rules are not always followed. Crashes involving garbage trucks may result from driver negligence, fatigue, inexperience, or distracted driving.

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there are approximately 1,400 injuries and 107 fatalities involving garbage trucks annually in the United States. Around 75 percent of those affected are pedestrians, cyclists, or occupants of other vehicles.

Regardless of the outcome of the official investigation, Candice Bond, an experienced commercial truck attorney, stressed the importance of conducting an independent investigation to preserve critical evidence and protect the rights of injured victims.

“Time is critical in cases like this, and families must ensure evidence is properly preserved and reviewed,” said Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal and national analyst for Accident Injury News. “In addition to law enforcement efforts, an attorney can examine all contributing factors, hire expert witnesses, conduct background checks on drivers, identify witnesses, and review applicable insurance coverage. Legal representation ensures victims are supported while their rights are aggressively protected.”


PERSONAL INJURY CLAIM

Terry Thomsen may have grounds to pursue a personal injury claim following this collision. Stefano Formica, Of Counsel with Bond Legal, noted that serious injuries can have a major impact on every aspect of a victim’s life, including health, finances, and daily functioning.

“While no financial recovery can undo the harm caused by a serious injury, it is important that victims understand their legal rights,” Formica said. “The injured individual in this case may be eligible to seek compensation for medical expenses, future treatment, pain and suffering, and emotional distress.”


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