Allegations Surrounding Fatal Collision in Earlville, Iowa

On October 13, 2024, a fatal motor vehicle collision occurred on U.S. Highway 20 near the 287 mile marker in Earlville, Iowa, raising several questions about the circumstances leading up to the tragedy. According to a preliminary investigation by the Iowa State Patrol, a 2014 Chevrolet Impala, occupied by three adult males, veered across the median and traveled in the opposite direction for over a mile before colliding head-on with a 2018 Freightliner straight truck. The collision resulted in both vehicles being engulfed in flames, tragically claiming the lives of the Impala’s occupants.

The identities of the individuals involved have been confirmed. The driver of the Impala, Tijuan Devell White, 50, and his passengers, Tyrese Devell Johnson, 21, and Augustine T. Monboe, 38, all hailed from Minnesota. The driver of the Freightliner, Ricky Charles Bergfeld, 62, sustained minor injuries. What makes this incident particularly perplexing is that Tijuan White reportedly suffered a gunshot wound before the crash, as noted in the ongoing investigation. Interestingly, no evidence suggests that the gunshot came from outside his vehicle.

As the investigation continues, the Iowa Department of Public Safety, alongside the Iowa State Patrol and Delaware County Sheriff’s Office, is diligently working to uncover more details. The ongoing efforts highlight the complexities involved in this tragic case, where the manner of death for White remains undetermined due to extensive fire damage.

The Iowa Department of Public Safety, the state’s largest law enforcement agency, works tirelessly to ensure the safety of citizens. They embody core values of leadership, integrity, and professionalism while collaborating with various agencies to uphold public safety.

For more information, check out the Iowa Department of Public Safety’s website.