Driver Killed in Utility Truck Accident on Highway 13 in Cedar Rapids, IA
Cedar Rapids, IA -- December 14, 2022, a driver was killed following an accident where a utility truck crashed into an SUV.
Investigators said that the incident happened at around 7:47 a.m. along Highway 13 at Mount Vernon Road.
It appears that an SUV was traveling along eastbound lanes and attempted to turn northbound on the highway. At the intersection, a westbound utility truck crashed into the SUV.
The SUV driver died as a result of the crash. No further information about the crash is available at this time.
Commentary on Utility Truck Accident on Highway 13 in Cedar Rapids
There isn't much information about what happened here, though that isn't exactly unusual after a complex commercial truck wreck. Without the right experience and equipment, details can easily slip through the cracks. The problem is that folks tend to assume police will handle everything, but their departments rarely prioritize accident reconstruction highly enough to provide officers with the time and resources they need. This is why it's helpful for people to understand just how vital independent investigations can be for victims and families. Ensuring they get the full story should always be a top priority, and I see no reason why this accident would be an exception.
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