Fatal Accident on I-25 Near Mead
A woman was struck and killed early Saturday morning on northbound Interstate 25 near Mead while checking on another driver, according to the Colorado State Patrol.
The incident occurred at 5:34 a.m. near mile marker 243, approximately two miles south of Mead in Weld County. A 64-year-old man driving a Honda Accord was using the acceleration lane from Colorado 66 onto I-25 when he swerved to avoid a crashed vehicle. Authorities reported that the Honda went over the fog line and struck the 26-year-old woman who was assisting the other driver.
The woman died at the scene, while the Honda driver sustained no injuries, officials stated. Details regarding whether the Honda driver faced any citations or arrests following the crash are currently unavailable.
The Colorado State Patrol is investigating the incident. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.