Denver, Colorado

Hit and Run Accidents in Denver, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Denver

15,995

Total Crashes

48

Fatalities

3,117

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 Denver.
2
Impaired driving
Impaired driving is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Denver.
3
No insurance
No insurance is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Denver.
4
Criminal activity
Criminal activity is a leading factor in hit and run accidents throughout Denver.

Common Injuries from Hit and Run Accidents

Delayed treatment injuries

Severe injuries

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Fatalities

Monthly Crash Trends

1,558 crashes

Jan

1,426 crashes

Feb

1,379 crashes

Mar

1,434 crashes

Apr

1,439 crashes

May

1,263 crashes

Jun

1,271 crashes

Jul

1,288 crashes

Aug

1,221 crashes

Sep

1,381 crashes

Oct

1,198 crashes

Nov

1,137 crashes

Dec

Average: 1,333 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Jun 15, 2026

Property Damage

E HAMPDEN AVE

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jun 14, 2026

Possible Injury

LEETSDALE DR

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jun 14, 2026

Minor Injury

N LAFAYETTE ST

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jun 13, 2026

Property Damage

I-25

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Jun 13, 2026

Serious Injury

I-25

2 injuries reported. Serious Injury collision.

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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