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Troopers Injured in Colorado Traffic Stop; Suspect Fatally Shot

Two Colorado State Patrol troopers were wounded during a traffic stop west of Woodland Park in Teller County; they self-transported to a hospital for treatment. The suspect fled on foot, was later shot and killed by authorities, and a shelter-in-place order for parts of the Westwood Lakes area was lifted. Authorities have not released the suspect’s identity or motive, and Governor Polis issued a statement of support for the troopers and their families.

via KOAA News 5|

#colorado #colorado-state-patrol #crime

crime-and-justice4 hours ago•32 min saved

Two Colorado State Troopers Wounded; Suspect Killed in Woodland Park Shooting

Two Colorado State Patrol troopers were shot during a morning traffic stop near Woodland Park; both were hospitalized and expected to recover. A second trooper returned fire, wounding the suspect, who later died at a hospital after a large multi-agency manhunt prompted a shelter-in-place in the Westwood Lakes area. Law enforcement tracked the suspect to a location around 9:24 a.m., and the shelter-in-place was lifted shortly after the suspect was found in custody. The incident is being investigated by the Fourth Judicial District Attorney’s Office, with Gov. Polis expressing support for the officers and their families.

via Colorado Springs Gazette|

#colorado #colorado-state-patrol #crime-and-justice

law-and-order2 years ago•0 min saved

"Colorado's St. Patrick’s Day 2024 DUI Issuance Statistics Revealed"

Colorado State Patrol reported nearly two dozen DUI arrests the night before St. Patrick’s Day, with 23 more arrests made by CSP alone between Saturday night and Sunday, and a total of 935 arrests during heightened DUI enforcement periods in 2024. Last year, 276 people were arrested for impaired driving during the same period, and in 2023, 227 people were killed in crashes involving suspected impaired driving, prompting the Colorado Department of Transportation to encourage the use of public transportation, rideshare, or designated drivers for those planning to drink.

via FOX 31 Denver|

#colorado #colorado-state-patrol #dui-enforcement

accident2 years ago•2 min saved

Tragic Crash Claims Lives of Three University of Wyoming Swimmers

Three University of Wyoming students, members of the swimming and diving team, were killed in a car crash near Livermore, Colorado. The crash occurred on Highway 287, and preliminary information from the Colorado State Patrol suggests that the vehicle may have swerved off the road after the car in front slowed down, causing it to roll multiple times. Two other occupants were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The university community is mourning the loss, and counseling services are available for students in need of support.

via Denver 7 Colorado News|

#accident #car-crash #colorado-state-patrol

accidenttragedy2 years ago•1 min saved

Tragic Car Crash Claims Lives of Three University of Wyoming Swimmers

Three University of Wyoming swim team members were killed in a single-vehicle crash on U.S. Highway 287 north of Fort Collins, with two other occupants sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and the university is providing counseling resources. This incident is the latest in a series of fatal accidents along this stretch of highway.

via Coloradoan|

#accidenttragedy #car-crash #colorado-state-patrol

traffic-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Understanding Speeding Enforcement: The Threshold for Getting a Ticket Explained by Troopers"

Colorado State Patrol warns that exceeding the posted speed limit, even by 5 mph, can be dangerous as it affects reaction time and stopping distance. They emphasize the importance of maintaining proper distance between vehicles and highlight that speeding contributes to a significant number of fatal and injury-causing crashes. CSP stresses that any speed over the posted limit is considered speeding and subject to potential citation.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#colorado-state-patrol #road-safety #speed-limits

traffic-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

"Understanding Speed Limits: How Much Over is Too Much?"

The Colorado State Patrol responded to the misconception of how much over the speed limit is acceptable, emphasizing that the posted speed limit should be the top limit. They highlighted the dangers of speeding, including the increased stopping distance and potential for fatal crashes, and pointed out that speeding was the top contributing factor in a significant number of fatal and injury crashes in Colorado. Troopers urged drivers to obey speed limits and emphasized the importance of maintaining safe distances while driving.

via FOX 31 Denver|

#colorado-state-patrol #fatal-crashes #speeding

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Colorado Winter Storm: Vehicles Stalling Plow Operations Near Golden Amid Heavy Snowfall"

Heavy snowfall in Colorado led to slick roads and road closures, prompting the Colorado Department of Transportation to deploy 114 plows in the Denver metro area. However, snow removal operations were hindered in some areas, such as near Golden, due to numerous vehicles stuck in the snow, preventing plows from passing through. Colorado State Patrol advised travelers to avoid specific routes and areas where plows were unable to operate, including Interstate 70, US Highway 40, and US Highway 285 into the mountains.

via FOX 31 Denver|

#colorado #colorado-state-patrol #plowing

traffic-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Colorado State Patrol Cracking Down on Speed Limit Compliance in Severe Weather"

Colorado State Patrol is cracking down on speeding, issuing tickets for even going the speed limit during severe weather conditions after an increase in traffic accidents. State troopers will be increasing patrols and conducting major aircraft operations to monitor speeding, emphasizing the need to drive below the speed limit in dangerous weather to avoid getting ticketed.

via KRDO|

#colorado-state-patrol #highway-safety #severe-weather

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Colorado State Patrol Seeks YouTuber for Reckless 150 mph I-25 Driving"

YouTuber Gixxer Brah, accused of driving over 150 mph on I-25 and posting the video on YouTube, is wanted by the Colorado State Patrol on suspicion of reckless endangerment, reckless driving, menacing, and other charges. An arrest warrant was issued, and the state patrol is cracking down on the illegal and reckless driving behavior.

via The Denver Post|

#arrest-warrant #colorado-state-patrol #crime

crime-and-law-enforcement2 years ago•2 min saved

'YouTuber Wanted for Reckless 20-Minute Colorado Springs to Denver Motorcycle Ride'

A YouTuber known for his high-speed motorcycle videos, including a ride from Colorado Springs to Denver in 20 minutes, has a warrant for his arrest issued by the Colorado State Patrol. The YouTuber, identified as Rendon Dietzmann, faces charges including menacing, engaging in a speed contest, reckless endangerment, reckless driving, and speeding 40 mph over the limit. The Colorado State Patrol emphasized its zero-tolerance policy for reckless driving and highlighted the dangers posed by such behavior.

via FOX 31 Denver|

#arrest-warrant #colorado-state-patrol #crime-and-law-enforcement

accidentstransportation2 years ago•0 min saved

Multiple Crashes on I-70 Cause Injuries and Road Closures

Five people were injured in a 21-vehicle pileup on westbound Interstate 70 near De Beque, Colorado, causing the highway to be closed for nearly seven hours. The crash involved 17 passenger vehicles and four semi-trucks, but none of the injuries were life-threatening. The closure was also due to other accidents on the highway, including one in Glenwood Springs and another in Golden where a tractor-trailer hit a bridge.

via The Denver Post|

#accidentstransportation #colorado-department-of-transportation #colorado-state-patrol

transportation2 years ago•0 min saved

Multiple Crashes and Bridge Collision Cause Westbound I-70 Closure in Golden

Westbound Interstate 70 in Golden, Colorado, has reopened after an oversized tractor-trailer hit a bridge, causing a five-hour closure. No injuries were reported, and the Colorado Department of Transportation responded to the incident. In addition to this, Interstate 70 was shut down in Glenwood Springs due to a crash, and westbound lanes are closed in DeBeque due to an 18-car pileup.

via The Denver Post|

#bridge #colorado-state-patrol #golden

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Deadly Train Derailment Shuts Down I-25 near Pueblo

A train derailment north of Pueblo has resulted in the closure of Interstate 25 in both directions, with extended closures expected due to train cars and spilled coal on the road. Photos show derailed train cars and a collapsed portion of the railroad bridge on top of a semitruck. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes.

via Pueblo Chieftain|

#closure #colorado-state-patrol #interstate-25

transportation2 years ago•1 min saved

Train Derailment Shuts Down I-25 North of Pueblo

Interstate 25 is closed in both directions north of Pueblo after a train derailment caused cars and coal to spill onto the roadway. The railroad bridge over the highway collapsed during the incident, and the cause of the derailment is still unknown. Rescue crews are working to extract the unconscious driver of a semitrailer that was under the bridge at the time of the crash. The closure is expected to last until Monday as authorities remove the train cars and coal from the interstate. Motorists are advised to use detour routes provided by the Colorado State Patrol.

via The Denver Post|

#colorado-state-patrol #interstate-25 #pueblo