13-03-2025
Material witness warrant issued in deadly Des Moines hit-and-run case
DES MOINES, Iowa — Police are still seeking a man wanted for questioning in connection with a deadly October hit-and-run crash on Des Moines' south side and now a material witness warrant has been issued.
The Des Moines Police Department is looking for 32-year-old Renato Virves, according to department spokesperson Sgt. Paul Parizek.
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Police said Virves was the owner of a van involved in a hit-and-run crash in the 800 block of Army Post Road on October 9, 2024. The eastbound van hit three pedestrians who were crossing the street to the south. Forty-two-year-old Justin Romaine died from injuries received in the crash.
Police located the van shortly after the crash but no driver was found.
DMPD previously asked the public for help locating Virves and investigators have continued to follow leads.
If you have any information about Virves' location, you're asked to contact DMPD at 515-323-8389 or you can submit a tip anonymously to
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