Vehicle hits barrier on I-235 and flees the scene


A vehicle with Iowa plates hit a barrier on highway I-235 near East 14th exit in Des Moines. The driver, possibly intoxicated, swerved on the road and then drove away without stopping.
Audio|Source: Des Moines Police Dispatch 1
00:53
Transcript:
And just for your 43, I believe that second Medics spot is going to Methodist, if that makes a difference. My apologies, got a swapped up. I'll go to Methodist. Thank you. Copy that, you're welcome. Car is copy a broadcast for a possible OWI[1]. Last scene getting on 235 on the East 14th exit on westbound. Chance Van hit the barrier on 235 and then took off Iowa plates, (name withheld), possibly intoxicated was moving all over the road. Didn't have anybody, just the barrier. Out of Rockout, 1857. 3.45.
Police codes explained
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[1]
OWI: Operating While Intoxicated (DUI)
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Location mentioned:
I-235, Des Moines, IA
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