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On Saturday, February 22, 2025, at approximately 8:14 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on I-70, near MM 244.652, CLEAR CREEK County, Colorado. 4 vehicles were involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 5 injuries. Cloudy/overcast 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 CollisionsWork Zone Crash
Fines and penalties are typically doubled for violations in active work zones under Colorado law. Work zone liability may extend to contractors or government entities.
Colorado Comparative Fault
Overview
This incident is classified as a rear-end collision involving 4 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Vehicle) was westbound out of control. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was westbound slowing.
The sequence of harmful events included: Front To Rear, Front To Rear, Guardrail Face. 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?
Yes, this crash occurred in an active work zone.
Confirmed
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 cloudy/overcast.
Confirmed
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was icy.
Confirmed
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Crash Summary
DateFebruary 22, 2025
Time8:14 PM
Day of WeekSaturday
LocationI-70 & MM 244.652
CountyCLEAR CREEK County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles4
Total Injuries5
Total Fatalities0
WeatherCloudy/Overcast
Road ConditionIcy
LightingDark (street-lit)