28.03.2024

Head-On Crash Kills One Driver & Child; Two Others Hurt

Fort Collins police say two people were killed in a head-on crash on Harmony Road on Sunday. mThe crash happened on Harmony Road, also known as County Road 38, between Shields Street and College Avenue at around 12 p.m.

Investigators say a Pontiac sedan crossed over into the center lane and collided with a truck traveling east.

The truck’s driver was identified as 42-year-old Brian Sauer. He was taken to the hospital with moderate injuries.

The driver of the sedan was killed. Two children were also inside that vehicle; one was killed, the other has serious injuries. Their identities have not been released.

fort collins wrong way crash 5vo transfer frame 270 Head On Crash Kills One Driver & Child; Two Others Hurt

A stretch of the road was closed for hours, but was reopened about four hours later.

Anyone with information about the collision, who has not already given a statement to police, is asked to contact Officer Drew Jurkofsky at 970-416-2224.

People may also contact Crime Stoppers of Larimer County at 970-221-6868 or www.stopcriminals.org. Callers can remain anonymous.

Slick Roads Cause Travel Problems Including Jackknifed Semi

A jackknifed semi caused some traffic troubles on Saturday afternoon.

cdot i 70 and genessee ax frame 8620 Slick Roads Cause Travel Problems Including Jackknifed Semi

Jackknifed semi on I-70 near the Lookout Mtn. exit.

The Colorado Department of Transportation alerted drivers about the crash just before 2 p.m.

jackknifed semi 1 jeffco so Slick Roads Cause Travel Problems Including Jackknifed Semi

Jackknifed semi on I-70 near the Lookout Mtn. exit.

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says eastbound lanes are closed just west of the Lookout Mountain exit.

Jackknifed semi on I-70 near the Lookout Mtn. exit. (credit: Colorado Department of Transportation)

Drivers further west are encouraged to take US 6 to get around the crash.

It’s not clear when the lanes will be reopened.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *