Palisade, CO (September 4, 2024) – Three individuals were killed in a tragic accident on westbound Hwy 6. The incident occurred at around 10:40 a.m. when a Jeep Grand Cherokee struck two CDOT employees working on the side of the road, instantly killing both workers.
The driver’s wife, who was a passenger in the vehicle, also lost her life in the crash. The CDOT employees were reportedly fixing a street sign when the accident happened. The only survivor of the crash was the driver, who sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital, later being released.
Authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding this fatal collision. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.