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Vehicles
2
Injured
0
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 85 & HWY 16
< 0.1 miAug 13, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles | 1 injured
S HWY 85 & HWY 16
< 0.1 miNov 2, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles | 2 injured
HWY 16 & I-25 NB OFF RAMP
< 0.1 miFeb 28, 2025 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
S HWY 85 & HWY 16
< 0.1 miOct 6, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
On May 14, 2024, at approximately 5:29 AM, a two-vehicle crash occurred on S HWY 85, near HWY 16, FOUNTAIN, EL PASO County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Unknown weather conditions and unknown lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
24-1045
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Reporting agency
FNTN PD
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Records office
FNTN PD
Crash location reference
Hwy 16
Route 85?
Crash classification
Side to Side - Same Direction
Driver factor noted: No Contributing Factor
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Near S HWY 85 & HWY 16, FOUNTAIN
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 85 & HWY 16
< 0.1 miAug 13, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles | 1 injured
S HWY 85 & HWY 16
< 0.1 miNov 2, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles | 2 injured
HWY 16 & I-25 NB OFF RAMP
< 0.1 miFeb 28, 2025 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
S HWY 85 & HWY 16
< 0.1 miOct 6, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
HWY 16 & BANDLEY DR
< 0.1 miJul 30, 2024 | 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 LiabilityHit-and-Run Reported
Leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal offense under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1601. Victims may still recover damages through their own uninsured motorist coverage.
CO Revised Statutes Section 42-4-1601This 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.
Was this a hit-and-run?
Yes, this crash was classified as a hit-and-run.
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