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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
‘Move Over' law violations put law enforcement at risk
CASTLE ROCK, Colo. (KDVR) — Drivers not obeying Colorado's 'Move Over' law are putting law enforcement officers and others in danger on the roads. The law requires drivers to move at least one lane over when approaching emergency vehicles with flashing lights. The Castle Rock Police Department tells FOX31 a marked patrol car with emergency lights running was totaled when another driver crashed into its back end on Tuesday, causing the car to catch fire. Castle Rock police vehicle totaled in crash on I-25 The officer was standing nearby but was not Sherri Mendez of the Colorado State Patrol told FOX31 she has almost been struck by drivers not abiding by the law while doing her job. 'It just sounds so fast and loud, and you can feel sometimes the car shake,' she said. Mendez says following the Move Over Law is crucial to saving lives on the road and drivers should slow down and move over when they see any vehicle on the side of the road with flashing lights. 'We're doing our job and we expect other people to do their job and be responsible and move over for us,' she said. The Problem Solvers found that at least three accidents per month occurred between August and November of 2024 as a result of drivers violating the Move Over Law, including a fatal accident in Golden that killed 33-year-old police officer Evan Dunn, who had served in the Army as an aviation officer and Blackhawk pilot. Loveland police arrest street racer who fled by car and foot: 'A dangerous problem' Another officer was seriously injured. The driver in that case was arrested for vehicular homicide, driving under the influence and violating the 'Move Over' Law. Mendez says the State Patrol motto is 'no one's final resting place should be on the roadway' and encourages drivers to consider the harm that can come from failing to consider the well-being of others by following the law. 'Think of everybody on the shoulder of the road as their family members — us included,' she said. The Colorado State Patrol is still investigating the crash in Castle Rock. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBS News
18-04-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
"You don't want it to be the last conversation you have," CSP urges families to talk seatbelt safety this prom season
For our teenagers, it is that time of year, prom season, and Colorado State Patrol is asking parents to help keep them safe. Many teenagers have their license and need to remember, always have their seat belt on or risk getting killed in a crash. According to CSP, in April 2024, troopers responded to 3,577 crashes involving 16- to 21-year-olds being at fault. Troopers are now reminding parents to have a big talk with their teenager about driving safety before stepping out the door. They said parents should remind their teenagers that wearing their seat belts can save their lives in a crash. They should never speed, drink or drive. Also, drivers should put away their phones while driving and never take their eyes off the road. Troopers said Colorado already has an issue when it comes to wearing seat belts. When they pull people over, CSP said only 88% are usually seen wearing a seat belt. When compared to the national average of 92%, this is a big concern. For many teenagers, they don't want to wear their seat belt because it may wrinkle their suit or dress for prom. CSP suggests bringing a steamer with you because, legally and for safety reasons, you need to wear a seat belt. "I urge parents to have that conversation," Colorado State Patrol Trooper Sherri Mendez said. "Don't speed and wear your seat belt, because you want them to be able to come back home safely. You don't want it to be the last conversation you have with your child." Troopers said they will be out enforcing this weekend, looking for DUI drivers, drivers not wearing their seat belts and speeders. This weekend also happens to be Easter and 4/20 weekend, so they are reminding everyone that driving behind the wheel high is still driving under the influence.
CBS News
26-02-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Chain law enforcement along I-70 ensures commercial vehicles travel safely in Colorado mountains
Starting Thursday, Feb. 27, there will be more police presence along Interstate 70 along Colorado's mountain corridor. The additional patrols are for weekly check-ups to make sure all commercial vehicles have chains on their tires when traveling to and through the mountains. As of Aug. 7, 2024, Senate Bill 24-100 says commercial law vehicles must carry chains from Sept. 1 to May 31. Troopers with the Colorado State Patrol say straight trucks, single-drive axle combinations, tandem-drive axle combinations, and auto transporters are required to chain four-drive tires. Buses and hot shot trucking are required to chain two-drive tires. Troopers say without the chains on their vehicles, many drivers could find their tires sliding and lose control. This could cause major backups and in worst-case scenarios, crashes resulting in injury or death. Troopers say they will focus heavily on I-70, west of Morrison to the Utah border. Other areas include: Colorado Highway 9, MP 63 to MP 97 (Frisco to Fairplay) Route 40 west of MP 256 (Empire) US Route 50 west of MP 225 (Salida) US Route 160 west of MP 304 (Walsenberg) US Route 285 west of MP 250 (Morrison) US Route 550 from MP 0 to 130 If a driver is caught without a chain, they will receive a fine. These include; $50+ for not carrying $500+ for not chaining up $1,000+ for blocking as a result of not chaining up Troopers say at the end of the day, it is about safety. "As you know, I-70 around the mountain corridor can show really bad conditions including icy and snowy," Colorado State Trooper Sherri Mendez. "It does make a difference with the drivers' actions as well. This helps with keeping the roadway safe." Troopers say to expect this enforcement to last until May 31, 2025. Travel will be restricted if the vehicle is unable to be chained.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Yahoo
Update on deadly rollover crash
PALISADE, Colo. (KREX) — WesternSlopeNow has obtained new information regarding the deadly roll over crash that killed one and took five others to the hospital. According to Colorado State Patrol (CSP) Trooper Sherri Mendez, the driver of the Kia Sorento struck a delineator post, leading to the deadly crash. 'It went off the right side of the roadway and struck a delineator post before striking a dirt embankment. The Kia Sorento flipped over, ejecting the driver side passenger before rolling over on top of the driver side passengers' leg. The driver side passenger was pronounced dead on scene. The five other occupants were transported to the hospital with moderate to life threatening injuries.' What caused the driver to hit the delineator post is still under investigation. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
