News: At least 1 dead after hit-and-run collision near University of Denver

K.C. Harpring

personal injury Attorney

DENVER, CO – At least one person lost their life as a result of a hit-and-run collision in the area of southbound I-25 and Colorado Boulevard Saturday.

The hit-and-run collision happened before 3:45 a.m. near the University of Denver and involved two vehicles. Denver police shut down the on-ramp connecting to University Boulevard and I-25 and the on-ramp connecting to Washington Avenue. Officers reopened the area before 7 a.m.

#TRAFFIC : #DPD Officers are investigating a fatal hit and run crash involving two motor vehicles near I25 SB / Colorado. Officers are working to gather more information. Roads closed – on ramp to University to SB I25 and on ramp from Washington. #Denver. pic.twitter.com/fagRves9NU

— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) May 17, 2025

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