Car Accident - W 45TH ST & N TAFT AVE
LOVELAND, CO
October 19, 2024 at 1:40 AM
1 Injured1 Vehicles
Verified Crash Facts
Bicycle Crash reported in LOVELAND, CO. Official record lists 1 vehicle, 1 injury, and 0 fatalities. Within 5 miles, the local 24-month sample contains 5 crashes (nearest: < 0.1 miles).
Official record shows 1 vehicle, 1 injury, and 0 fatalities.
Source: CDOT/agency crash record
CrashStory's 5-mile sample (24 months) includes 5 nearby crashes, with 1 total injuries and 0 fatalities.
Source: CrashStory nearby-crashes API
Top-rated nearby firm in the local sample: Hoggatt Law Office, P.C. (5.0/5 from 50 reviews), about 1.2 miles away.
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Record completeness score is 100% based on core incident, location, severity, and condition fields.
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Claims are generated from the same CDOT/agency crash record and CrashStory nearby-crash/nearby-lawyer queries used on this page. No unstated estimates are added.
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W 45TH ST, AT, N TAFT AVE, LOVELAND, LARIMER County, CO
•LOVELAND, CO40.43978, -105.09645
Vehicles
1
Injured
1
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight
Incident ID & Report Retrieval
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On Saturday, October 19, 2024, at approximately 7:40 AM, a bicycle-involved crash occurred on W 45TH ST, near N TAFT AVE, LOVELAND, LARIMER County, Colorado. 1 vehicle was involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
Nearest Personal Injury Law Firms
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Nearby Crashes in LOVELAND
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Pedestrian Crash — N TAFT AVE
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Bicycle-Involved Crash
Colorado law grants bicyclists the same rights and duties as motor vehicle drivers (C.R.S. § 42-4-1412). Drivers must maintain a safe passing distance.
Bicycle Colorado — Know Your RightsColorado 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.
CO Revised Statutes § 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.
Overview
This incident is classified as a bicycle-involved crash involving 1 vehicle. Vehicle 2 (Pickup Truck) was westbound making a right turn.
The sequence of harmful events included: Bicycle/Motorized Bicycle. The most harmful event was determined to be "bicycle/motorized bicycle".
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?
No, this was not a hit-and-run.
No
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?
No, weather conditions were clear or not a documented factor.
No
Were road conditions adverse?
No, the road surface was dry or conditions were not a factor.
No
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Find Your AccidentCrash Summary
DateOctober 19, 2024
Time7:40 AM
Day of WeekSaturday
LocationW 45TH ST & N TAFT AVE
CityLOVELAND
CountyLARIMER County
Crash TypeBicycle
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles1
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight
AgencyLVPD
Nearest Personal Injury Law Firms
Near W 45TH ST, AT, N TAFT AVE, LOVELAND, LARIMER County, CO, LOVELAND
1.7 mi away
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Data Quality
CDOTUnverified
Record Completeness100%
Updated 14 days ago
Data Sources
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14 fieldsReporting Agency
3 fieldsCrashStory Computed
3 fieldsAll data subject to CDOT reporting standards and verification procedures. Field-level attribution helps ensure transparency and accountability.
Source: CDOT
Last updated: February 10, 2026
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