NEWS RELEASE
COLORADO STATE PATROL
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Colorado State Patrol is requesting assistance in identifying a driver and vehicle involved in a fatal crash where a pedestrian died.
The Colorado State Patrol responded and investigated the crash near west 72nd Ave. and Pecos Street just before 6 a.m. on Wednesday morning, Aug. 31, 2022.
One of the driver’s involved stayed on scene initially but left prior to providing his information and involvement. Colorado State Patrol investigators are interested in talking with this individual about this crash but are not seeking charges against this individual.
Surveillance footage of the driver and vehicle were obtained from a Circle K gas station near the scene. The vehicle is believed to be a dark-colored Chevrolet Suburban, GMC Yukon or similar vehicle with a lift, after-market wheels, and dark tint. The driver is a black male with short hair and a green polo-style shirt.
Please see the attached photos to help with identification.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Colorado State Patrol Dispatch Center at 303-239-4501. Please reference Case: 1D222814
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