Driver Flees after Crashing and Running Lights in Des Moines, Des Moines IA


A dark Nissan Sentra with an Iowa license plate fled after striking a pole, running red lights, and nearly colliding head-on with a vehicle near Guthrie Avenue and E 14th Street, Des Moines.
Audio|Source: Des Moines Police Dispatch 1
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Transcript:
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Both cars. I'm going to have you check this OWI[1].O.W.I.O.E.
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Near Guthrie Ave & E 14th St.
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Looks like it was last seen westbound on Guthrie, passing Union Park.
00:09
It's going to be Iowa plate (number withheld).
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It looks like it struck a pole, running lights, and almost struck a trailer.
00:29
Are they still following?
00:32
Yeah, they are.
00:33
You guys are going to be looking for a dark Nissan Sentra.
00:36
Iowa plate (number withheld).
00:39
They're approaching Sailor Road now.
00:41
Almost hit a vehicle head-on.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
OWI: Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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