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Vehicles
2
Injured
1
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Dawn dusk
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 86 & MM 30.941
0.1 miMay 24, 2025 | Rollover
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 86 & MM 31.023
0.2 miOct 6, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 86 & MM 31.534
0.6 miMar 30, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 86 & MM 31.843
0.9 miJul 31, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
On December 29, 2025, at approximately 6:35 AM, a two-vehicle crash occurred on HWY 86, near MM 30.871, ELBERT County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the fatal-level incident, which resulted in 1 fatality and 1 injury. Clear weather conditions and dawn/dusk lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
VC250482
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Reporting agency
Colorado State Patrol
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Records office
Colorado State Patrol
Crash location reference
Mm 30.871
Route 086A | 30.871
Crash classification
Head On
Driver factor noted: Asleep Or Fatigued
Near 01, ELBERT
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 86 & MM 30.941
0.1 miMay 24, 2025 | Rollover
1 vehicle | 1 injured
HWY 86 & MM 31.023
0.2 miOct 6, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 86 & MM 31.534
0.6 miMar 30, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 86 & MM 31.843
0.9 miJul 31, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 86 & MM 31.872
0.9 miSep 17, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
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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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