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Iowa State Patrol trooper in critical condition after crash

Trooper Ted Benda is in critical condition after a single-vehicle crash Thursday night, according to the Iowa Department of Public Safety.

POSTVILLE, Iowa — An Iowa State Patrol trooper is in critical condition after he was involved in a crash while on duty Thursday night.

The Iowa Department of Public Safety said Trooper Ted Benda was airlifted to a Wisconsin hospital after a single-vehicle crash around 11:30 p.m. Thursday on Highway 51 north of Postville. Benda was assisting the Clayton County Sheriff's Office with a call at the time of the crash.

“I pray for the dedicated medical team providing him care and treatment for the critical injuries he sustained in a crash last night while responding to a call and pray for a full recovery," Gov. Kim Reynolds said in a statement. "This unfortunate incident reminds us all of the dedication and sacrifice our law enforcement officers make to keep us safe.” 

DPS said the accident is under investigation.

Local 5 will update this story as more information becomes available.

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