Colorado

Driver Killed in Tanker Truck Accident at I-70 in Denver, CO

Published on: May 17, 2024

Date of Accident
May 16, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-70, Denver, CO, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-70 in Denver, CO on May 16th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 4:30 p.m. According to investigators, a tanker truck and another vehicle were involved in a collision. Reports claim the second vehicle collided with the rear of the tanker truck as it was parked in a shoulder while overheated. The crash is said to have caused an explosion that left the driver of the second vehicle fatally injured. The driver of the tanker truck was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Colorado State Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tanker Truck
Road/Highway
I-70
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tanker truck was involved in a crash that occurred under unclear circusrmances

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