A fatal crash closed north and southbound I-25 Wednesday

MONUMENT — Around 10:35 a.m., a two-vehicle crash occurred in the northbound lanes of I-25 at milepost 100, according to the Colorado State Patrol. Both vehicles were able to move onto the left shoulder.

While the drivers were exchanging information, a pickup truck traveling at high speed crashed into the vehicles pulled onto the shoulder. One of the drivers involved in the first crash was ejected, striking the southbound lanes of I-25, where he was killed after being struck by southbound traffic.

Northbound I-25 is completely closed at milepost 158 ​​and is expected to remain closed until approximately 3:00 p.m. There is a detour on W. Baptist Road. The southbound lanes of I-25 have fully reopened.

The Colorado State Patrol Vehicle Crimes Unit is investigating the crash. If you witnessed this crash or have any information, the Colorado State Patrol asks you to call them at 719-544-2424.

Due to the harsh weather, please remember to slow down and drive according to the conditions.

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