Deputy, Civilian Involved In Head-On Crash
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colo. (CBS4) - A deputy with the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office was involved in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 285 and Elk Creek Road on Sunday.
CRASH - Serous crash on US 285 between Pine Junction and Elk Creek Rd, near milepost 230. Be alert for traffic detours and possible closures.
— CSP Golden (@csp_golden) January 21, 2018
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Officials say a civilian was in the other vehicle. Both victims sustained minor injuries and were taken to the hospital, according to officials.
NB US 285 closed @ MM 229 Pine Junction b/c crash
— Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) (@ColoradoDOT) January 21, 2018
The Colorado Department of Transportation has closed northbound lanes on 285 at Pine Junction because of the crash.
CSP officials say conditions were improving, but slower speeds are still necessary.