A fatal motorcycle collision has shut down a section of Des Moines Memorial Drive South as Des Moines Police and the Washington State Patrol investigate the scene on Friday morning, May 23, 2025.
The initial dispatch call came in around 11:36 a.m.
Police reported that Des Moines Memorial Drive South was closed between Marine View Drive and S. 212th Street (map below) due to the collision.
The closure was expected to remain in effect for several hours, and drivers were advised to avoid the area and use alternate routes while law enforcement conducted a full investigation.
“We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to investigate this tragic incident and ensure public safety,” Des Moines Police said in a public alert.
No further details have been released regarding the victim or circumstances of the crash. The closure is causing localized traffic impacts in the area.
