Fatal Accident on Highway 20

CONTACT:
Lt. Luke Bock
563-589-4473 lbock@cityofdubuque.org

05/01/2024 -- For Immediate Release

DUBUQUE, Iowa – On 04/30/2024 at approximately 11:55 pm, Dubuque Police Officers responded to the eastbound lanes of the 3100 block of Highway 20 for the report of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle.  David Miller (DOB 07/23/76) of Dubuque was located lying in the roadway unresponsive and with significant head trauma.  Lifesaving efforts were initiated by Dubuque Police and Dubuque Fire staff, but they were ultimately unsuccessful and Miller was pronounced deceased at 12:06 am.  The driver of the vehicle, who remained on scene and met with police, was identified as Charles Calkins (DOB 03/08/71) of East Dubuque.  At this time, the investigation determined Miller entered the roadway on foot as Calkins’ vehicle was traveling eastbound.  This incident is still under investigation, however no charges are pending against Calkin.  Miller's body will be sent for an autopsy at the State Medical Examiner Office in Ankeny.

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