Ankeny, IA (May 27, 2026) – A motorcyclist was hurt Wednesday afternoon, May 27, after a car and motorcycle were involved in a T-bone accident in Ankeny.
The collision was reported at about 3:54 p.m. near Northeast Grant Street and Northeast 18th Street. Initial scanner information said the rider was on the ground after the vehicles came together.
Police and an ambulance were reported at the site shortly after the wreck. The report did not confirm whether the motorcyclist was taken to a hospital.
The cause remains under review as more information is confirmed. We hope the injured rider receives the care and support needed during recovery.
Why T-Bone Motorcycle Accidents Can Cause Serious Harm
T-bone motorcycle accidents can be dangerous because the side angle of contact may give a rider little time or space to react. Unlike people inside cars, motorcyclists do not have doors, airbags, or a vehicle frame around them. A rider may be thrown from the motorcycle or hit the pavement with force.
Intersections can add risk because vehicles may be turning, crossing, or entering traffic from different directions. Medical teams often check for head, chest, back, hip, arm, and leg injuries after a motorcycle-related roadway emergency. Vehicle positions, damage, traffic signs, lane direction, and witness statements can help explain how the contact happened.
