Iowa

Ronald Meeker, Julie Starkey, Steven Starkey Killed in Accident at Hwy 127 in Harrison County, IA

Published on: June 20, 2023

Date of Accident
June 18, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Ronald Meeker, Julie Starkey, Steven Starkey
Type of Accident
Commercial Vehicle
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Iowa 127, Mondamin, IA, USA

What Happened

Iowa State Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed three people at Hwy 127 in Harrison County, IA on June 18th, 2023. Police say the incident happened as a tractor-trailer operated by 73-year-old Ronald Meeker was rounding a curve on the westbound lanes of Hwy 127. The vehicle is said to have lost control and overturned into a southbound lane, striking a motorcycle operated by 53-year-old Steven Starkey. Both Starkey and a passenger, 53-year-old Julie Starkey, were thrown from the vehicle in the impact, suffering fatal injuries at the scene. Meeker also died at the scene, according to officials. Police say the occupants of two additional motorcycles involved were also forced from their vehicles but did not comment on their condition. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Iowa State Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Motorcycle, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
Hwy 127
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-Truck collided with a trio of motorcycles

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