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Vehicle hits utility pole on University Ave

Heard on: Polk County, Dallas County, and Warren County Public Safety and ISP
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(number withheld) Adam, (number withheld) University, (number withheld) University on a property damage accident.
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University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50311
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers responded to a possible property damage accident near University Avenue in Des Moines where a vehicle reportedly struck a utility pole. There appeared to be little visible damage to the pole, though the impact was significant. Utility personnel were notified to inspect the pole.

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