×

One dead after single-vehicle accident

One man died following a crash Monday morning near Ackley in Hardin County.

Derek Williams, 28, died as a result of the accident.

Sheriff Dave McDaniel said the single-vehicle crash was reported about 6:30 a.m. near 181 mile-marker on Highway 20. It was determined Williams was driving a 2000 Ford F-250. Dylan J. Langreck, 27, of West Union, was a passenger.

The vehicle was traveling westbound on Highway 20 when it struck the north shoulder. The sheriff said it appears that an over-correction was made, causing Williams to lose control. The vehicle rolled, coming to a rest in the eastbound lanes of Highway 20.

Williams was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene.

Langreck did not receive medical attention. The eastbound lanes of Highway 20 were closed for approximately four hours.

The Hardin County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Steamboat Rock Fire Department, Ackley Fire Department, Eldora Ambulance Service, Ackley Ambulance Service, Hardin County Emergency Squad and the Iowa State Patrol.

Newsletter

Today's breaking news and more in your inbox

I'm interested in (please check all that apply)
Are you a paying subscriber to the newspaper? *
   

Starting at $4.38/week.

Subscribe Today