Sioux Falls, SD (April 10, 2025) – Emergency responders were quick to the scene, providing care to the injured victims following a serious five-vehicle crash that occurred on Wednesday at the northbound exit of I-29 and W 26th St in Sioux Falls.
The accident, which happened during daylight hours, involved a chain-reaction collision among five vehicles near one of the city’s busiest highway interchanges. Multiple individuals sustained a variety of injuries as a result of the crash. Paramedics treated victims on site and transported several patients to local hospitals for further care. Authorities have not released the total number of people injured or the extent of their conditions, but the response effort indicates a significant incident.
The scene caused major traffic congestion along I-29 and W 26th St as police and fire units worked to secure the area, assist the injured, and investigate the cause of the collision. The Sioux Falls Police Department and South Dakota Highway Patrol are conducting a joint investigation to determine how the crash occurred.
Our thoughts are with the individuals and families impacted by this multi-vehicle accident.
Multi-Vehicle Crashes and Highway Exit Hazards in Sioux Falls
Highway exit ramps like the one at I-29 and W 26th St are frequent locations for multi-vehicle crashes due to the convergence of high-speed freeway traffic and sudden deceleration as drivers prepare to exit. In these zones, a moment of distraction or following too closely can trigger chain-reaction crashes involving several vehicles.
According to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, highway ramp crashes in urban areas account for a significant number of annual traffic injuries. The northbound exit at W 26th St. is a well-traveled route used by both commuters and commercial drivers, often experiencing congestion during peak hours.
Multi-vehicle crashes are especially complex as they involve multiple points of impact and often lead to conflicting witness statements and complicated liability issues. For victims, this can mean physical and financial delays in insurance claims and prolonged recovery processes.
Ensuring safe driving practices—such as maintaining safe distances, using turn signals early, and reducing speed when approaching exit ramps—can help prevent collisions of this nature. For those injured, it’s important to seek immediate medical attention and document the incident thoroughly to support potential claims.
If you or someone you love has been hurt in a multi-vehicle crash, support is available.
If you or someone you know has been injured in a crash, reach out to Local Accident Reports for assistance.