Peyton, CO (October 14, 2024) – A tragic two-vehicle crash occurred on U.S. Highway 24 near Curtis Road on Sunday, October 13 resulting in one fatality and serious injuries to another motorist. According to a news release from the Colorado State Patrol, emergency personnel responded to the scene following an 11:40 a.m. call regarding the collision.
Upon arrival, responders discovered a serious accident involving two vehicles. Investigators reported that one driver had been ejected from their vehicle, while the other was pinned inside. The ejected driver, identified as a 34-year-old man from Colorado Springs, was pronounced dead at the scene. The pinned driver, a 25-year-old man from Calhan, was transported by helicopter to a nearby hospital with serious injuries.
The Colorado Springs man was driving a Ford truck, which crossed the centerline and collided head-on with a Chevrolet pickup driven by the Calhan man. Both motorists were the sole occupants of their respective vehicles.
The El Paso County Coroner’s Office will release the name of the deceased driver once his family has been notified.
Our thoughts are with the families affected by this tragic accident during this difficult time.
Motor Vehicle Accidents in Colorado
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