Des Moines, IA (May 25, 2026) – Three people were injured late Sunday night, May 24, after a crash in Des Moines.
The accident was reported at about 11:39 p.m. near Southwest 2nd Street and Martin Luther King Jr Parkway. Police said emergency units were called to the area after reports of injuries.
Initial information indicated that three people were hurt. Police also reported that possible impairment may have been involved, though no further details were immediately released.
Drivers were told to stay alert and expect temporary traffic delays near the intersection.
The cause of the wreck remains under review as more information is gathered. We hope everyone injured receives the care and support needed during recovery.
Why Late-Night Intersection Crashes Can Be Serious
Late-night intersection crashes can create serious risks because visibility, traffic speed, and driver reaction time may vary. Even when traffic is lighter, vehicles may still enter intersections from several directions at once. A driver may have only seconds to react if another vehicle stops, turns, or crosses unexpectedly.
When multiple people are injured, medical teams may need to evaluate each patient for different types of trauma. Head, neck, back, chest, and limb injuries are common concerns after vehicle contact. Road lighting, traffic signals, lane position, vehicle damage, and witness statements may help explain how the crash happened. If possible impairment is reported, that detail may also be reviewed as part of the overall fact-gathering process.
