DENVER (KDVR) — The Colorado State Patrol said five people inside an SUV were declared dead after an early Monday morning crash in Grand County after both vehicles caught fire from a head-on crash.
The crash happened around 7 a.m. Monday and involved two vehicles, a Ford F-150 and a GMC Yukon, on Colorado 9 in Grand County between Ute Pass Road and Kremmling, according to a CSP press release. The highway was closed for an extended period and reopened on Monday at about 2:45 p.m.
The patrol said the F-150 was traveling north on Highway 9 when it drove into the southbound lane, striking the GMC Yukon head-on, causing both vehicles to catch on fire.
The driver of the F-150 was determined to be a 25-year-old man from Parker. He was transported by air to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Yukon was determined to be a 34-year-old man from Kremmling and was pronounced dead at the scene.
“All occupants of the SUV were pronounced dead on the scene,” CSP said. “Due to the extensive damage and fire to this vehicle, first responders are unable to confirm the number of occupants at this time.”
The other four occupants of the Yukon were pronounced dead at the scene and have not been identified.
CSP said the investigation into the crash is ongoing, and no charges have been brought against either driver. The Grand County Coroner’s Office will identify the proper next of kin for the deceased individuals.
CSP is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash to contact CSP dispatch at 970-249-4392 and reference number VC25269. Be prepared to leave your name and contact information so investigators can reach out.
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