Colorado State Patrol

A driver was identified by the Pueblo County Coroner after a rollover crash in Pueblo West, Colorado, on July 28. The Colorado State Patrol responded to the incident at North Purcell Boulevard and East Linda Avenue around 3:15 p.m.

Nathan Matthews, a 43-year-old wildland firefighter from Nebraska, died from burn injuries sustained during the Knowles Fire in western Colorado, which merged with other fires to become the Snyder Fire. Flags will fly at half-staff, and an honor escort will transport his remains via Interstate 70 to Grand Junction. Three other firefighters died in the same burnover incident.

A new Colorado law effective August 12 requires parental consent for minors to obtain motorcycle endorsements for e-motorcycles, aiming to reduce crashes among youth. The law mandates helmets, licenses, and insurance for riders under 18 on e-motorcycles exceeding 28 mph, with penalties for violations.

Colorado State Patrol is investigating impairment as a possible factor in a fatal single-vehicle crash that killed three recent Eaton High School graduates and injured two others. Open and unopened alcoholic beverages were found in the Chevy Tahoe, and speed was also identified as a contributing factor to the rollover accident.

Flags at half-staff and an honor escort are being held in Colorado to honor Nathan Matthews, 43, a wildland firefighter who died from burn injuries sustained during a burnover incident on the Knowles Fire. The incident, which merged with other fires to form the Snyder Fire, also claimed the lives of three other firefighters.

A scooter rider died after crashing into a curb while reportedly driving one-handed and carrying a case of beer. The Colorado State Patrol responded to the single-vehicle crash on Bent in Falcon, Colo.

A 40-year-old man died after a scooter crash in Peyton, Colorado, Thursday evening. He was carrying a case of beer and riding with one hand when he lost control, hit a curb, and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the cause of the crash.

Colorado State Patrol is investigating whether alcohol impairment contributed to a fatal crash in Weld County that killed three men and injured two others. Alcohol was found in the SUV involved in the incident.

A Fort Collins police officer has been charged with careless driving following a crash in Weld County that injured four people, as reported by the Colorado State Patrol.

Colorado State Patrol is investigating whether alcohol impairment contributed to a fatal crash in Weld County that killed three men and injured two others. Alcohol was found in the SUV involved in the incident.

Colorado State Patrol is investigating impairment as a possible factor in a fatal crash that killed three recent Eaton High School graduates. The single-vehicle rollover involved a Chevy Tahoe, with open and unopened alcoholic beverages found in the vehicle. Speed was also identified as a contributing factor, and the community has rallied to support the victims' families.

A Fort Collins police officer faces charges after a multi-vehicle crash in Weld County involving an unmarked F-150 truck, a Jeep Patriot, and a Volkswagen Rabbit. The crash injured four people, with the Jeep driver sustaining moderate to serious injuries. The officer was hospitalized with minor injuries and charged with three counts of careless driving.

A Fort Collins police officer has been charged with careless driving following a crash in Weld County that injured four people, according to the Colorado State Patrol.

A new Colorado law effective August 12 requires minors under 18 to obtain written parental or guardian consent to get a motorcycle endorsement, amid rising e-bike and dirt bike crashes. Existing rules already mandate riders be at least 16, hold a valid license, and meet registration and insurance requirements, but the law tightens consent criteria from any adult to a parent or guardian.

A new Colorado law effective August 12 requires minors to obtain written parental or guardian consent to get a motorcycle endorsement, addressing rising e-bike and dirt bike crashes. Existing rules mandate a valid license, registration, insurance, and helmets for riders under 18, but the law changes consent requirements from any adult to a parent or guardian. The law, House Bill 26-1079, passed unanimously in April to improve safety.

The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) reported a decrease in hit-and-run crashes as more cases are solved annually. Hit-and-run crashes are described as among the most damaging, affecting vehicles, property, pedestrians, and individuals.

Colorado State Patrol officials report that 2026 is on track to have the highest resolution rate for hit-and-run crashes in five years, despite fluctuations in numbers over the period.

Highway 184 near Dolores was closed due to a deadly head-on crash that killed two people on Tuesday morning at milepost 3, as reported by the Colorado State Patrol.

A crash in Eaton, Colorado, killed three recent Eaton High School graduates and injured two others, prompting the community to rally together through memorials and support. Local businesses and officials, including the mayor and a bar owner, emphasized the tight-knit nature of the town and collective efforts to aid affected families. Investigators suggest speed may have contributed to the crash, though the cause remains under investigation.

Three recent Eaton High School graduates were killed in a rollover crash in Weld County, identified by the coroner as Cash Allen Rinker, Jack David Dirksen, and Christopher Nider. The crash involved a Chevrolet Tahoe near the intersection of Weld County Road 80 and 39, leaving two others injured.

Three people were killed and two injured in a high-speed rollover crash involving a 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe on Weld County Road 80 in Colorado. The crash, which ejected all five occupants, involved four members of the Eaton High School class of 2025. The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the incident.

All northbound lanes of Interstate 25 were closed near Castle Rock after a rollover crash and fuel leak. Multiple agencies, including Castle Rock Police and Douglas County sheriff's deputies, responded to the scene, causing heavy traffic delays.

All northbound lanes of Interstate 25 were closed near Castle Rock after a rollover crash and fuel leak, prompting multiple agencies to respond. The closure occurred just south of the Founders Parkway and Meadows Boulevard exit, causing traffic delays.

Colorado State Patrol reported a 35% reduction in motor vehicle thefts statewide through the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, exceeding the national average decline. This reduction equates to over 3,000 fewer thefts.

A pedestrian was hit after running into traffic on Interstate 25 in Larimer County on Friday morning, according to the Colorado State Patrol.

Law enforcement in El Paso County conducted 132 traffic stops, issued over 150 citations, and made seven arrests during a one-day enforcement surge on July 22. The operation was organized by the Colorado State Patrol in honor of the American Association of [...]

The driver of a Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control vehicle was cited for careless driving after crashing into a white Toyota RAV4 on Highway 50. The DFPC driver, Curtis O'Leary, an arson investigator, was not responding to a work-related incident and had no emergency lights or sirens activated. Both vehicles' occupants were hospitalized, and Highway 50 was closed for approximately two hours.

A crash on Highway 50 west of Rocky Ford, Colorado, involving a Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control truck injured three people. The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the incident that occurred on July 22 around 11 a.m.

Briana Brink, a 32-year-old Colorado Springs woman, died after driving the wrong way on I-70 near the Colorado-Utah border, causing a head-on collision. Five occupants of the other vehicle, from Thornton, were hospitalized with serious injuries.

A Colorado Springs woman was killed and six people were seriously injured in a wrong-way crash on I-70 in western Colorado when a Subaru Outback collided with a Ford F-150. The collision occurred near the Utah state line in Mesa County, with the Subaru rolling onto its side and catching fire. The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the incident.

A 32-year-old Colorado Springs woman died in a fatal crash on U.S. Interstate 70 near the Colorado-Utah border Monday morning, according to the Colorado State Patrol.

A wrong-way crash on Interstate 70 in western Colorado resulted in one death and six serious injuries. A Subaru Outback traveling eastbound in westbound lanes collided with a Ford F-150, causing the Subaru to roll and catch fire. The interstate was closed for several hours following the incident.

Denver Health and the Colorado State Patrol are reminding the public not to leave children or pets in cars during hot summer weather. The agencies distributed information to raise awareness about the dangers of hot cars.

The right lane of northbound Interstate 25 reopened after a commercial vehicle fire caused a three-hour closure. No injuries were reported, and South Metro Fire Rescue worked to stabilize the vehicle. Commuters faced delays and were advised to use alternative routes.

Northbound Interstate 25 closed at Founders Parkway due to a commercial vehicle fire reported around 4:45 a.m. Friday near Happy Canyon Road. No injuries were reported, and morning commuters are advised to seek alternative routes.

Highway 119 near Nederland was closed after a fatal crash involving three vehicles, resulting in one death and one injury. The road remained closed in both directions as of 10:30 p.m., with no reopening timeline provided.

A Colorado State Patrol trooper is warning parents and riders to understand the specifics of their electric bike or motorcycle purchases before using them on roads or trails. The advisory emphasizes the importance of knowing what type of electric vehicle is being bought to ensure safety and compliance.

The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) warns that some retailers are selling e-motorcycles as e-bikes, which are more powerful and may pose safety risks. An example cited includes an eight-year-old riding a 2,000-watt electric motorcycle on a sidewalk.

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Deputy Tyler Stahl was placed on paid administrative leave after being arrested and charged with DUI. He was found unresponsive in his car by fellow deputies and later released to a family member. Sheriff Reggie Marinelli stated the department will allow legal and internal processes to determine appropriate action.

An off-duty Jefferson County Sheriff's deputy was arrested by the Colorado State Patrol on a driving under the influence charge after being found asleep behind the wheel of a vehicle. The arrest occurred over the weekend.