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On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at approximately 10:10 PM, a bicycle-involved crash occurred on W 70TH AVE, near N SHERIDAN BLVD, WESTMINSTER, ADAMS County, Colorado. 1 vehicle was involved in the minor injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Clear 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 § 42-4-1601Bicycle-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 § 13-21-111Overview
This incident is classified as a bicycle-involved crash involving 1 vehicle. Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car) was westbound changing lanes.
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?
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?
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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Crash Summary
DateJanuary 10, 2024
Time10:10 PM
Day of WeekWednesday
LocationW 70TH AVE & N SHERIDAN BLVD
CityWESTMINSTER
CountyADAMS County
Crash TypeBicycle
SeverityMinor Injury
Vehicles1
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry