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Vehicles
2
Injured
1
Weather
Unknown
Lighting
Unknown
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 285 & MM 135.679
< 0.1 miOct 17, 2024 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 285 & MM 135.694
0.1 miMay 31, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 285 & MM 135.713
0.1 miDec 4, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 285 & MM 135.773
0.1 miNov 7, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
On November 21, 2025, at approximately 2:13 AM, a two-vehicle crash occurred on HIGHWAY 285, CHAFFEE County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the fatal-level incident, which resulted in 1 fatality and 1 injury. Unknown weather conditions and unknown lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
VC250434
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Reporting agency
CSP
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Records office
CSP
Crash location reference
Route 285?
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Crash classification
Sideswipe Opposite Direction
Driver factor noted: Illness
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Near HIGHWAY 285, CHAFFEE
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 285 & MM 135.679
< 0.1 miOct 17, 2024 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 285 & MM 135.694
0.1 miMay 31, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 285 & MM 135.713
0.1 miDec 4, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 285 & MM 135.773
0.1 miNov 7, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 285 & MM 135.465
0.2 miOct 2, 2024 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
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General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Speed-Related Factors
Excessive speed or driving too fast for conditions may constitute negligence. Colorado follows a "reasonable and prudent" speed standard under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1101.
FindLaw - Speeding Accident LiabilityColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. Section 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.
CO Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111This is general informational context, not legal advice. Every crash is different. If you were involved in this accident, consult with a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.
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Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Were there fatalities?
Yes, 1 fatality was reported.
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