Olds, Iowa (May 29, 2025) — A two-vehicle crash at the intersection of 170th Street and U.S. Highway 218 Northbound resulted in one person being hospitalized Thursday morning.
According to the Iowa State Patrol, the incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. when a semi tractor, driven by 60-year-old Jose Venegas of Iowa City, was traveling southbound on U.S. 218. The semi attempted to make a left turn onto eastbound 170th Street but failed to yield to oncoming northbound traffic.
As a result, the semi was struck by a northbound vehicle driven by 22-year-old Derek Blint of Danville. The impact sent Blint’s vehicle into the east ditch, where it caught fire. The semi came to rest within the intersection.
Venegas was injured in the crash and transported by ambulance to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Officials noted that he was wearing a seatbelt at the time, which they believe saved his life. No further injuries were reported at the scene.
Details on the make and model of the second vehicle remain unknown as of Thursday morning, and authorities have not released additional information about any third vehicle possibly involved.
Both vehicles involved were towed from the scene by Newberry’s and Burnt Towing, respectively. The crash remains under investigation by Trooper Schwenn of Post 13, with assistance from multiple responding agencies.
Drivers are reminded to use caution at intersections and always yield to oncoming traffic when making turns.
KILJ News will provide updates as more information becomes available.