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Heard on: Polk IA Interop Group Calls · 1 day ago
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We have Merle and Aurora for a PDA in the northbound lanes of traffic in the turn lane.
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Where are we struck in the car?
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Apparent traffic collision at Merle and Aurora

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As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch communications indicated an apparent vehicle collision in the northbound turn lane near Merle Hay Road and Aurora Avenue in Des Moines. It appears that at least one car was struck, and emergency units were directed to the scene. No personal or identifying information was provided in the radio exchange.

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Merle Hay Rd & NW Aurora Ave., Des Moines, IA 50310
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