E. University Avenue Closed After Injury Crash in Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa — Authorities have closed E. University Avenue between E. 38th Street and Williams Avenue due to an injury crash on Tuesday afternoon.
According to Des Moines Police, a vehicle struck a utility pole in the westbound lanes near E. 40th Street. The stability of the pole is currently uncertain, prompting the closure. The number of injuries and the victims' conditions remain unconfirmed.
Drivers are advised to avoid the area and utilize Highway 65 as an alternate route to the eastern suburbs. Emergency response is ongoing; further details will be released as they become available.