Tragedy on Highway V18: James Jacobi, 70, Killed in Poweshiek County Crash
POWESHIEK COUNTY, IA – June 20, 2025 — A somber cloud hangs over rural Iowa today following a fatal two-vehicle crash that claimed the life of 70-year-old James Jacobi of Belle Plaine. The tragic incident occurred on Thursday morning along a quiet stretch of Highway V18, just north of 460th Avenue in Poweshiek County, turning an otherwise peaceful day into one marked by loss and grief.
According to the Iowa State Patrol, emergency responders were dispatched to the scene of the collision shortly after the accident was reported. Preliminary findings indicate that two vehicles collided under circumstances still under investigation. James Jacobi, the driver of one of the vehicles, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released details about the second vehicle involved, including the identity or condition of the other driver, pending further investigation and notification of family members.
Mr. Jacobi was a longtime resident of Belle Plaine, remembered by neighbors and loved ones as a kind-hearted and dependable man. Known for his quiet strength and steady presence, James was someone who brought calm to those around him—whether through a helping hand, a shared story, or a warm smile at the local store.
The suddenness of his passing has sent ripples of grief through the tight-knit community. Friends, family, and neighbors are now left mourning a man who, by all accounts, lived his life with integrity and grace.
As the Iowa State Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, officials are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has additional information to come forward.
In the wake of this heartbreaking event, the community comes together not just to mourn, but to honor the life of James Jacobi—a man whose presence will be dearly missed, but whose memory will remain etched in the hearts of all who knew him.
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