October 19th 2024.
Early Friday morning, a tragic incident occurred on Interstate 225 near Colorado 83 in Arapahoe County. According to the Colorado State Patrol, a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash. The victim, a 34-year-old man from Thornton, was found dead at the scene when troopers arrived at 1:13 a.m.
The driver responsible for this heartbreaking event fled the scene on foot after striking the pedestrian with their Ford Econoline. CSP officials have launched an investigation and are urging anyone with information to come forward and speak to investigators. If you have any relevant information and have not yet spoken to authorities, you can contact Colorado State Patrol dispatch at 303-239-4501 and reference case number 1C242927.
This is not the first hit-and-run incident to occur in the area recently. Just last week, a man was arrested in Littleton after running someone over and fleeing the scene. In another tragic hit-and-run, a suspect has been identified and charged with homicide and assault in Commerce City. Additionally, a man has been arrested in connection to a fatal hit-and-run in the same area. These incidents are a somber reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and the importance of staying at the scene of an accident.
The loss of a life is always devastating, and it is even more heartbreaking when it could have been prevented. Our thoughts go out to the victim's loved ones during this difficult time. As always, we urge everyone to stay safe on the roads and to never hesitate to report any suspicious or concerning behavior. You can also sign up to receive crime news updates straight to your inbox to stay informed about any developments in this ongoing investigation.
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