Pedestrian Struck and Killed in Ankeny
Oct. 22, 2026, 8:27 a.m. CT — A pedestrian was struck and killed in Ankeny early Thursday morning.
Ankeny Police are investigating a collision between a vehicle and the pedestrian on SW Oralabor Road near SW Snyder Boulevard at approximately 5:50 a.m. Thursday. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries but later succumbed to those injuries. The individual's identity has not yet been released.
Authorities confirmed that the investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing, and further details will be shared as they become available.
Westbound SW Oralabor Road Closed
“All westbound lanes of SW Oralabor Road are closed from South Ankeny Boulevard to DMACC Boulevard,” stated Ankeny Police spokesperson Sgt. Trevor McGraw. “The closure is expected to remain in place through most of the morning commute.”
Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.