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On Sunday, October 5, 2025, at approximately 7:58 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on N I225 HWY SB, near E 17TH PL, AURORA, ADAMS County, Colorado. 3 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Rain 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
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 (Passenger Car) was southbound traveling straight. Vehicle 2 (Passenger Car) was southbound 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?
Yes, conditions included rain.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was wet.
Confirmed
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Crash Summary
DateOctober 5, 2025
Time7:58 PM
Day of WeekSunday
LocationN I225 HWY SB & E 17TH PL
CityAURORA
CountyADAMS County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles3
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherRain
Road ConditionWet