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

10,829

Total Crashes

15

Fatalities

3,683

Injuries

Rear-End Collision

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

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Monthly Crash Trends

1,038 crashes

Jan

986 crashes

Feb

996 crashes

Mar

1,003 crashes

Apr

1,154 crashes

May

929 crashes

Jun

1,086 crashes

Jul

834 crashes

Aug

871 crashes

Sep

843 crashes

Oct

456 crashes

Nov

633 crashes

Dec

Average: 902 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 15, 2026

Property Damage

N SYRACUSE ST & E 23RD AVE

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 15, 2026

Possible Injury

N WILLOW ST & E 11TH AVE

3 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

3 injuries

Feb 15, 2026

Minor Injury

I25 HWY_SB & W 6TH AVE

3 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

3 injuries

Feb 15, 2026

Serious Injury

I25 HWY_SB & E HAMPDEN AVE

4 injuries reported. Serious Injury collision.

4 injuries

Feb 15, 2026

Minor Injury

I25 HWY_NB & W 23RD AVE

3 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

3 injuries

Feb 14, 2026

Minor Injury

I70 HWY_EB & N CENTRAL PARK BLVD

2 injuries reported. Minor Injury collision.

2 injuries

Feb 14, 2026

Property Damage

I70 HWY_WB & N PEORIA ST

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 14, 2026

Possible Injury

W FLORIDA AVE & S FEDERAL BLVD

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

2 injuries

Feb 14, 2026

Property Damage

E 49TH AVE & N TOWER RD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 14, 2026

Property Damage

I25 HWY_NB & W COLFAX AVE

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.