Authorities in Poweshiek County are investigating after two people were found dead inside a submerged vehicle near Montezuma on Saturday.
According to the Poweshiek County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were notified around 9:00 a.m. of a vehicle submerged in a drainage pond just north of Lake Silverado.
When first responders arrived, they confirmed the vehicle was underwater. During the investigation, officials determined that two individuals were inside the vehicle. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
The victims were transported to the Iowa State Medical Examiner’s Office. Their identities have not been released pending notification of family members.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities say additional details may be released at a later time.
Assisting agencies included Montezuma Fire and Ambulance, Poweshiek County Emergency Management, and the Poweshiek County Medical Examiner.
