Colorado

One Person Injured in Amtrak Train vs Milk Truck Accident near Denver, CO

Date
January 30, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Denver, CO, USA

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Colorado State Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Milk Truck, Amtrak
Road/Highway
Amtrak Train vs Milk Truck
Injuries Sustained

Life-threatening injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Amtrak train collided with a milk truck


What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured one person near Denver, CO  on January 30th, 2024. Police say the incident involved an Amtrak train colliding with a milk truck at a railroad crossing around 10 p.m. Reports allege the truck may have failed to yield at a stop sign near the crossing before the collision. Officials say a 42-year-old engineer aboard the train was hospitalized with injuries considered to be life-threatening in nature. Additional information was not available.

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