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Car Accident - I-70 & TABOR ST
1 Injured1 VehiclesSpeed Factor
3-Year Intersection History
15 crashes
Crash history at this intersection
Comparable Crashes
5
Used for similar-pattern claim and liability context
Vehicles
1
Injured
1
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight
Approximate crash location near 02
Recent Injury Crashes Near WHEAT RIDGE
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
I-70 & WARD RD
< 0.1 miNov 2, 2024 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
I-70 & TABOR ST
0.1 miJul 31, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
I70 & TABOR ST
0.1 miMay 29, 2026 | Multi-Vehicle Crash
3 vehicles
I70 HWY E & TABOR ST
0.1 miMay 14, 2026 | Multi-Vehicle Crash
3 vehicles | 1 injured
How this spot ranks
3-year history
15 crashes
Tracked at this location
Corridor volume
9,893 on I-70
Published crashes tied to this corridor
Comparable crashes
5 similar records
Similar crash pattern in the published dataset
Street pattern
9,893 on I-70
WHEAT RIDGE currently shows 3,486 active crash pages in the published dataset.
On October 23, 2023, at approximately 2:49 AM, a single-vehicle crash occurred on I-70, near TABOR ST, WHEAT RIDGE, Jefferson County, Colorado. 1 vehicle was involved in the possible injury-level incident, which resulted in 1 injury. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
WR23008592
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Reporting agency
Wheat Ridge Police Department
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Records office
Wheat Ridge Police Department
Crash location reference
Tabor St
Route 070A | 266.15
Crash classification
Guardrail End
Driver factor noted: Distracted - Talking On Phone/Holding
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Recent Injury Crashes Near WHEAT RIDGE
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
I-70 & WARD RD
< 0.1 miNov 2, 2024 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles
I-70 & TABOR ST
0.1 miJul 31, 2024 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
I70 & TABOR ST
0.1 miMay 29, 2026 | Multi-Vehicle Crash
3 vehicles
I70 HWY E & TABOR ST
0.1 miMay 14, 2026 | Multi-Vehicle Crash
3 vehicles | 1 injured
I70 & TABOR ST
0.1 miMar 17, 2026 | Multi-Vehicle Crash
3 vehicles
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Speed-Related Factors
Excessive speed or driving too fast for conditions may constitute negligence. Colorado follows a "reasonable and prudent" speed standard under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1101.
FindLaw - Speeding Accident LiabilityColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. Section 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 Section 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.
Vehicles Involved
Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car/Passenger Van)
Driver
21 - 24
Occupants
1
Injuries
1 injured
Restraint
Shoulder And Lap Belt - Properly Used
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FAQ
Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Confirmed
Crash Summary
DateOctober 23, 2023
Time2:49 AM
LocationI-70 & TABOR ST
CityWHEAT RIDGE
CountyJefferson County
Crash TypeSingle-Vehicle Crash
SeverityPossible Injury
Vehicles1
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities0
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight
AgencyWheat Ridge Police Department
Case NumberWR23008592
Reporting AgencyWheat Ridge Police Department