Denver, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Denver, Colorado

Collisions where one vehicle strikes the back of another. Learn about rear-end accidents in Denver, common causes, typical injuries, and find specialized accident lawyers who can help with your case.

Crash Statistics for Denver

10,839

Total Crashes

Fatalities

3,671

Injuries

REAR_END

Most Common Type

Common Causes of Rear-End Accidents

1
Distracted driving
Distracted driving is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Denver.
2
Following too closely
Following too closely is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Denver.
3
Sudden braking
Sudden braking is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Denver.
4
Poor weather conditions
Poor weather conditions is a leading factor in rear-end accidents throughout Denver.

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

Head injuries

Spinal cord damage

Monthly Crash Trends

1,036 crashes

Jan

990 crashes

Feb

1,008 crashes

Mar

1,005 crashes

Apr

1,149 crashes

May

933 crashes

Jun

1,082 crashes

Jul

834 crashes

Aug

869 crashes

Sep

842 crashes

Oct

457 crashes

Nov

634 crashes

Dec

Average: 903 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 15, 2026

Possible Injury

Unknown

3 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

4 injuries reported. Serious Injury collision.

3 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

3 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 14, 2026

Property Damage

Unknown

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 14, 2026

Minor Injury

Unknown

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

3 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

The most common causes of rear-end accidents in Denver include: Distracted driving, Following too closely, Sudden braking, Poor weather conditions. Understanding these factors can help drivers stay alert and prevent accidents.