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Walter E. Lauridsen II dies after being struck by SUV in Lucas County
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Key Points:
- Walter E. Lauridsen II, a 42-year-old man from Des Moines and brother-in-law of governor candidate Rob Sand, died after being struck by an SUV on Highway 34 in Lucas County, Iowa.
- The crash occurred when an eastbound SUV moved into the westbound lane to pass a parked vehicle, and Lauridsen, who was walking in the westbound lane, was hit and pronounced dead at the scene.
- No other injuries were reported, and the incident remains under investigation by authorities.
- The Lauridsen family expressed their heartbreak, highlighting Walter's dedication to community service and his struggles with mental health, while requesting privacy as they grieve.
- Iowa has seen 225 traffic fatalities so far this year, including 20 pedestrians, marking an increase compared to the same period last year.
