Colorado

Four Teens Killed in Accident at Hwy 287 and County Rd 196 in Prowers County, CO

Published on: September 10, 2021

Date of Accident
September 8, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 287 & County Rd 196, Prowers County, CO

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed four people at Hwy 287 and County Rd 196 in Prowers County, CO on September 8th, 2021. Police say the incident involved an SUV occupied by four teens turning in front of a semi-truck hauling a boat at an intersection. The four teens, who were between the ages of 14 and 16, suffered fatal injuries. A fifth teen and two people in the truck were all treated for serious injuries. Police say drugs and alcohol are not believed to have been factors in the crash. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Colorado Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
Hwy 287 and County Rd 196
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

SUV turned in front of a semi-truck hailing a boat at an intersection

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