Lafayette officer charged with careless driving after accident, per state patrol.

On a Saturday night, a Lafayette Police Department officer was driving to respond to a rollover crash when they ended up causing another accident themselves. According to the Colorado State Patrol, the officer was driving urgently with lights and sirens on when they collided with a Toyota Camry near U.S. 287 and West South Boulder Road at 6:31 p.m. The officer, whose name has not been released, sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital. Thankfully, the driver of the Camry also only suffered minor injuries and did not require an ambulance ride.

There is some uncertainty about whether the officer ran a red light prior to the collision, as stated by Trooper Sherri Mendez. However, they have been cited for careless driving causing injury. It is important to note that this is still a developing story and may be updated as more information becomes available.

In other news related to traffic and safety, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is preparing for a surge in traffic during the holiday season, as well as potential winter storms that could impact road conditions. With this in mind, it is crucial for drivers to stay vigilant and follow all traffic laws to ensure their own safety and the safety of others.

Unfortunately, there have been multiple hit-and-run incidents in Denver recently, resulting in serious injuries for the victims. This highlights the importance of responsible driving and being accountable for one's actions on the road.

Advocates are also pushing for stricter seatbelt and distracted driving laws in Colorado, as they believe it would improve the state's overall road safety score. With the recent snowstorm and subsequent closures of major highways, it is clear that there is room for improvement when it comes to ensuring safe road conditions for all drivers.

In a somber reminder of the past, a memorial is being built for the victims of a plane bombing in Denver nearly 70 years ago. This serves as a reminder that even in the midst of current events, we must not forget those who have been affected by tragedies in the past.

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