What happened

What happened

Late Sunday evening (around 8:30 p.m. CDT on June 29, 2025), a Polaris UTV driven by Andrew James Neisemier, age 45 of Thayer, lost control on 110th Avenue in Clarke County, just north of Murray. The UTV entered a ditch, flipped over, and Andrew was partially ejected. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A juvenile passenger was seriously injured and airlifted to a nearby hospital kcci.com+8kcci.com+8radioiowa.com+8.

🕯️ Who he was

• A devoted husband and father, deeply rooted in the tight-knit Thayer community.

• Known locally as a community pillar whose loss is being deeply felt by family, friends, and neighbors.

🧭 Investigation & safety context

• The Iowa State Patrol is leading the investigation.

• According to Iowa DOT data, traffic fatalities in 2025 are slightly lower than last year, though ATV/UTV deaths remain a serious concern, with three already recorded in the state so far radioiowa.com+5kcci.com+5kcci.com+5.

• Reports often emphasize the risk when UTVs flip or leave the roadway; seatbelt usage and careful driving on rural roads are critical.

💔 Community response

• Social media and local channels are full of heartfelt tributes to Andrew.

• An outpouring of support and prayers for the injured juvenile passenger and Andrew’s grieving family—focusing on both emotional comfort and logistical aid.

• Authorities and neighbors are rallying to ensure the family gets the support and answers they need.