Deadly crash shuts down northbound I-25 during Denver rush hour
A crash shut down all lanes of northbound Interstate 25 in Denver during rush hour on Friday evening. Denver Police Department confirmed a driver was killed in a two-vehicle crash on the interstate.
According to CDOT, all northbound lanes were closed on I-25 from University Boulevard to S Santa Fe Drive (U.S. 85) exits. Police said traffic was being diverted through the neighborhoods starting at University Blvd.
#TRAFFIC: #DPD officers are investigating a fatal crash involving two motorists on NB I-25 near Santa Fe. One motorist was pronounced on scene. NB I-25 is currently closed at University. Alternate routes advised. pic.twitter.com/0aYFqpWgJQ
— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) August 31, 2024
Delays were expected. Traffic incidents in Colorado can be actively monitored viewing the COtrip interactive map provided by the state.
Drivers were encourage to avoid the area.