Des Moines, IA (January 16, 2026) – Emergency crews responded to a traffic collision involving a car, a truck, and a trailer near the intersection of East 2nd Street and East Center Street in Des Moines on January 14. The crash occurred shortly before 1:45 p.m. and prompted a medical response from two EMS units.
At least one woman was assessed at the scene for possible injuries, though the extent of her condition was not immediately confirmed. The collision took place near a busy corridor close to downtown, and responders worked to evaluate those involved while managing the crash site.
The circumstances leading to the collision remain under investigation. Traffic in the area may have been temporarily impacted as crews provided care and cleared the involved vehicles.
We send our well wishes to the woman evaluated at the scene and hope for a full recovery.
