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On Sunday, December 8, 2024, at approximately 1:45 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on I-70, near MM 227.645, CLEAR CREEK County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the possible injury-level incident, which resulted in 2 injuries. Cloudy/overcast weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Alcohol Involvement Reported
When alcohol is a factor, Colorado law may treat the impaired driver as negligent per se under C.R.S. § 42-4-1301. This can significantly affect liability determinations.
Bachus & Schanker — DUI Accident ClaimsHit-and-Run Reported
Leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal offense under C.R.S. § 42-4-1601. Victims may still recover damages through their own uninsured motorist coverage.
CO Revised Statutes § 42-4-1601Rear-End Collision Pattern
In Colorado, the trailing driver in a rear-end collision is often presumed to be at fault for following too closely, though this presumption can be rebutted with evidence.
Springs Law Group — Rear-End CollisionsOverview
This incident is classified as a rear-end collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car) was eastbound traveling straight. Vehicle 2 (SUV) was eastbound stopped.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Rear. The most harmful event was determined to be "front to rear".
The pre-crash maneuver was classified as "not applicable".
Key Questions
Was alcohol involved?
Yes, alcohol involvement was documented.
Confirmed
Was speed a factor?
No, speed was not identified as a factor.
No
Was this a hit-and-run?
Yes, this crash was classified as a hit-and-run.
Confirmed
Were there fatalities?
No fatalities were reported in this crash.
No
Was it in a work zone?
No, this crash was not in a work zone.
No
Was it in a school zone?
No, this crash was not in a school zone.
No
Were pedestrians/cyclists involved?
No pedestrians or cyclists were documented in this crash.
No
Were weather conditions adverse?
Yes, conditions included cloudy/overcast.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
No, the road surface was dry or conditions were not a factor.
No
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Crash Summary
DateDecember 8, 2024
Time1:45 PM
Day of WeekSunday
LocationI-70 & MM 227.645
CountyCLEAR CREEK County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityPossible Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries2
Total Fatalities0
WeatherCloudy/Overcast
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight