Two motorcyclists killed after a 3-vehicle crash on Highway 14

Two people were declared dead at the scene on Saturday afternoon after a three-vehicle crash on Highway 14. 

The Iowa State Patrol has identified them as 74 year-old Lloyd Hedrick and 60 year-old Lisa Wilmes.

First responders were informed about the crash around 1:30 according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. The initial investigation shows a car was rear-ended, causing that car to cross over into the southbound lane and struck an oncoming motorcycle.

The crash took place on Highway 14 and Highway G44 outside Knoxville, just south of the Mile Long Bridge located north of Knoxville.

Inside the two-car involved in the crash, both drivers went through minor injuries and one passenger was admitted to a hospital with non-critical injuries.

The affected part Highway 14 was closed as the investigation into the crash continue.