Albia man faces multiple charges following the death of a teenage pedestrian in DsM
September 24th, 2025 by Ric Hanson
DES MOINES, Iowa [KCCI] — An Iowa man is now facing charges for his role in a motorcycle crash that resulted in a teenager’s death. Kaelin Meinders, 23, of Albia, was the operator of a motorcycle Saturday night when the motorcycle crashed into a pedestrian in the 4900 block of NE 29th Street. The pedestrian was identified as Santiago “Santi” Rhone, 15, a Des Moines East High School sophomore.
Rhone was transported to a nearby hospital but died from his injuries.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday announced Meinders has been charged with multiple offenses. Meinders has been charged with reckless driving; driving while barred (habitual offender); and no insurance — causing an accident.
Authorities are still investigating the crash. Meinders was hospitalized following the wreck.

