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On Thursday, January 18, 2024, at approximately 8:45 AM, a rear-end collision occurred on I-270 WB, near E 56TH AVE, COMMERCE CITY, ADAMS County, Colorado. 3 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Clear 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
Hit-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 CollisionsColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. § 13-21-111). If you were partially at fault, your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Colorado is generally 3 years from the date of the accident.
Overview
This incident is classified as a rear-end collision involving 3 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Vehicle) was westbound traveling straight. Vehicle 2 (Passenger Car) was westbound traveling straight.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Rear, 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?
No, alcohol involvement was not documented.
No
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?
Yes, the road surface was wet.
Confirmed
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Crash Summary
DateJanuary 18, 2024
Time8:45 AM
Day of WeekThursday
LocationI-270 WB & E 56TH AVE
CityCOMMERCE CITY
CountyADAMS County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles3
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionWet