Lakewood, Colorado

Rear-End Accidents in Lakewood, Colorado

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

Crash Statistics for Lakewood

2,121

Total Crashes

0

Fatalities

613

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

Common Injuries from Rear-End Accidents

Whiplash

Back injuries

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Monthly Crash Trends

185 crashes

Jan

199 crashes

Feb

217 crashes

Mar

221 crashes

Apr

222 crashes

May

197 crashes

Jun

207 crashes

Jul

164 crashes

Aug

137 crashes

Sep

142 crashes

Oct

87 crashes

Nov

143 crashes

Dec

Average: 177 crashes per month

Recent Crashes

Feb 13, 2026

Property Damage

W 6TH AVE & WADSWORTH BLVD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 13, 2026

Property Damage

S WADSWORTH BLVD & W ALASKA DR

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Feb 12, 2026

Possible Injury

W 20TH AVE & WADSWORTH BLVD

2 injuries reported. Possible Injury collision.

2 injuries

Nov 15, 2025

Minor Injury

13155 W ALAMEDA PKWY & W GREEN MOUNTAIN DR

1 injury reported. Minor Injury collision.

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 10, 2025

Property Damage

Arbutus Drive & 6th Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 10, 2025

Property Damage

ARBUTUS DR

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 9, 2025

Property Damage

0 6th Avenue Eb E Of Indiana near LAKEWOOD

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 6, 2025

Property Damage

Garrison Street & Alameda Avenue

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Nov 5, 2025

Property Damage

False & W 5TH AVE

Property Damage collision with no injuries reported in current record.

Frequently Asked Questions

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