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On Thursday, August 8, 2024, at approximately 5:06 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on W 12TH ST, near HWY 550B, DURANGO, LA PLATA County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Rain weather conditions and daylight 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
Alcohol Involvement Reported
When alcohol is a factor, Colorado law may treat the impaired driver as negligent per se under C.R.S. § 42-4-1301. This can significantly affect liability determinations.
Bachus & Schanker — DUI Accident ClaimsHit-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 CollisionsOverview
This incident is classified as a rear-end collision involving 2 vehicles. Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car) was eastbound backing. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was eastbound stopped.
The sequence of harmful events included: 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?
Yes, alcohol involvement was documented.
Confirmed
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?
No, the road surface was dry or conditions were not a factor.
No
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Crash Summary
DateAugust 8, 2024
Time5:06 PM
Day of WeekThursday
LocationW 12TH ST & HWY 550B
CityDURANGO
CountyLA PLATA County
Crash TypeRear End
SeverityProperty Damage Only
Vehicles2
Total Injuries0
Total Fatalities0
WeatherRain
Road ConditionDry