High-Speed Pursuit Ends in Crash on Highway 92 in Mahaska County
A high-speed pursuit in Mahaska County late Tuesday night ended in a crash involving three vehicles, including two law enforcement units, and resulted in injuries to one driver.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:43 p.m. on April 22, 2025, near the intersection of Highway 92 and Dean Avenue. According to the Iowa State Patrol, a 2001 Chevrolet S10 driven by 52-year-old Laverne F. Brackett of Indianola was traveling westbound on Highway 92 while being pursued by law enforcement. Brackett lost control of the vehicle, causing it to face eastbound in the westbound lane. The vehicle was then struck by a 2023 Dodge Durango Pursuit, operated by Iowa State Patrol Officer Jacob Vanderpol.
Brackett sustained injuries in the crash and was transported by Mercy Air to Mercy Hospital. The report indicates that he was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the collision.
A third vehicle involved was a 2021 Ford Explorer Police unit driven by Oskaloosa Police Officer Cale Holmberg. No injuries were reported for Holmberg or Vanderpol.
All three vehicles were towed from the scene by Outer Limits. The Iowa State Patrol continues to investigate the incident.
