Brighton, Colorado

Hit and Run Accidents in Brighton, Colorado

Accidents where a driver flees the scene without stopping. Learn about hit and run accidents in Brighton, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Brighton

614

Total Crashes

2

Fatalities

77

Injuries

Hit And Run

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Hit and Run Accidents

1
Fear of consequences
Fear of consequences is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Brighton.
2
Impaired driving
Impaired driving is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Brighton.
3
No insurance
No insurance is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Brighton.
4
Criminal activity
Criminal activity is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Brighton.

Common Injuries from Hit and Run Accidents

Delayed treatment injuries

Severe injuries

Find a Lawyer for Your Hit and Run Accident in Brighton

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Monthly Crash Trends

62 crashes

Jan

64 crashes

Feb

45 crashes

Mar

50 crashes

Apr

50 crashes

May

45 crashes

Jun

38 crashes

Jul

46 crashes

Aug

41 crashes

Sep

61 crashes

Oct

53 crashes

Nov

59 crashes

Dec

Average: 51 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 22, 2026

Property Damage

N CABBAGE & STRONG ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 16, 2026

Property Damage

S 27TH AVE & E BROMLEY LN

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 9, 2026

Minor Injury

S 27TH AVE & E 136TH AVENUE

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 7, 2026

Property Damage

INTERSTATE 76

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 2, 2026

Property Damage

N 42ND AVE & LONGS PEAK ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jan 31, 2026

Serious Injury

E BRIDGE ST & S 27TH AVE

2 injuries reported. Serious Injury collision.

2 injuries

Jan 30, 2026

Property Damage

VILLAGE GARDEN DR & W VILLAGE DR

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jan 29, 2026

Property Damage

FLOWER BLOSSOM AVE & FARMSTEAD ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jan 28, 2026

Property Damage

HWY 85 NB TO W BRIDGE & W BRIDGE RND

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of hit and run accidents in Brighton include: Fear of consequences, Impaired driving, No insurance, Criminal activity. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.