Two Injured in Polk County Crash on Saturday Afternoon
Polk County, IA – Two individuals sustained injuries in a vehicle collision on Saturday afternoon on Highway 65. The crash occurred around 3:15 p.m. near the intersection of Highway 65 and County Road E29.
Authorities said the accident involved two vehicles, a sedan and an SUV. Emergency responders from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and local fire departments arrived at the scene, providing medical aid to the injured. Both victims were transported to a nearby hospital; their conditions remain undisclosed.
The crash prompted temporary lane closures on Highway 65 while crews managed debris and assisted with vehicle tow. According to the Iowa Department of Transportation, traffic was significantly affected in both directions during the incident.
An investigation into the cause of the accident is ongoing, and no further information on the identities of those involved has been released.