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CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Colorado State Patrol says multiple fatal crashes on C-470 involve wildlife
In Colorado, we're used to seeing wildlife, but sometimes a moose or a deer on the road can be deadly. Colorado State Patrol said two people were killed on C-470 this month after coming in contact with wildlife. The first crash took place on July 11 when four vehicles struck a moose. One woman suffered fatal injuries in the crash. Early on the morning of July 20, a man swerved when he saw a deer on C-470. He reportedly drove off the road, and then his vehicle rolled. Authorities said he was taken to the hospital, where he later died. Troopers say they've responded to 1,600 animal-involved crashes so far this year.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Driver goes 130mph across I-90 floating bridge, crashes into barrier
Washington State Patrol says they tried to stop a driver who was going more than 130 miles per hour Friday – but he didn't get very far. Troopers spotted the driver heading westbound on I-90 across the floating bridge. They didn't chase him because it would be too dangerous, but they found him a short time later on the ramp to Rainier Avenue. Troopers say his car went over the barrier and landed on the South Rainier to the eastbound I-90 ramp. The driver walked away without any serious injuries. He was arrested for eluding, reckless driving, and reckless endangerment. Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
6 days ago
- CBS News
Colorado State Patrol seeing more DUIs with children in the car, victim's advocate speaks out
Colorado State Patrol says troopers are seeing increases with parents, loved ones, and caregivers driving behind the wheel intoxicated, while their children are in the car. CSP says its Victim's Advocate Unit responds to at least 24 cases a month. Six current advocates are responding to at least four cases a month. When a driver is pulled over for a DUI charge, they face child abuse charges as well. When a driver is pulled over for a DUI and there's a child in the car, a victim advocate is in charge of making sure the kid is safe and remains calm. The advocate will keep the child distracted with toys, coloring books, and conversation. Their main job is to keep kids away from the adult who was allegedly driving while intoxicated while troopers finish their investigation. The victim's advocate is called the moment the trooper sees a kid in the car and the driver shows signs of intoxication. This includes alcohol, prescription pills, cannabis, and anything recreational. If the child is young, like an infant or toddler, the victim advocate will contact the next of kin to pick up the child. If the child is old enough to speak, the victim advocate will ask them which adult they feel comfortable with. With both directions, the adult contacted must be sober and not have any warrants. The Victim's Advocate Unit says in many cases, after their investigation, they find out the child has been in this type of situation way more than once. "Many times, we have found out that these children have been put in harm's way more than two, three or even four times by the same parent," Dolores Poeppel, director of Victim Services Unit for CSP. "It's very important that we report it to DHS because we really feel like we are the voice for these children who have been in these circumstances numerous times." If the next of kin is out of town, the Victim's Advocate Unit will work with local hospitals and law enforcement to keep the children safe until they arrive. The person caught driving under the influence will be arrested and face charges of child abuse and DUI. These are two separate charges.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested after driving 155 MPH on I-4: FHP
The Brief Officials said the man was clocked at 155 MPH in a 60 MPH zone on I-4. Troopers said he had three people in his vehicle at the time of his arrest. SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - A 20-year-old man is in custody after troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol said he was going 155 miles per hour in a 60 MPH zone. Officials said the driver, Octavius Hunt, was caught in the early morning hours on Sunday in a Dodge Challenger on I-4 near Altamonte Springs. Troopers said he had three passengers in his vehicle at the time of his arrest. Hunt later told troopers he was only going 80 MPH and was on his way to a friend's house, according to officials. The man also will have his car impounded for 30 days, according troopers.
CBS News
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- CBS News
Northbound Edens Expressway closed in Northbrook, Illinois, after 5-vehicle crash
The northbound lanes of the Edens Expressway have been shut down in Northbrook, Illinois, after at least five vehicles were involved in a crash late Wednesday morning. Illinois State Police said, around 10:40 a.m., troopers responded to a crash in the northbound lanes of Interstate 94 near Dundee Road involving five vehicles. All northbound lanes were closed after the crash. There was no immediate word on injuries or the cause of the crash. The southbound lanes of the Edens Expressway were closed for several hours on July 8 after a 60-year-old man was killed in a three-car crash in the same location.
