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On Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at approximately 8:44 PM, a head-on collision occurred on HWY 66, near ALPINE ST, BOULDER County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the possible injury-level incident, which resulted in 2 injuries. Clear weather conditions and dark (street-lit) 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 § 42-4-1601Head-On Collision Pattern
Head-on collisions are among the most severe crash types. They often involve a driver crossing the center line, which may indicate distraction, impairment, or fatigue.
Dormer Harpring — Head-On CollisionsOverview
This incident is classified as a head-on collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car) was eastbound out of control. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was westbound stopped.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Front. The most harmful event was determined to be "front to front".
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?
No, weather conditions were clear or not a documented factor.
No
Were road conditions adverse?
No, the road surface was dry or conditions were not a factor.
No
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Crash Summary
DateDecember 27, 2023
Time8:44 PM
Day of WeekWednesday
LocationHWY 66 & ALPINE ST
CountyBOULDER County
Crash TypeHead On
SeverityPossible Injury
Vehicles2
Total Injuries2
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDark (street-lit)