Highway 287 Shut Down After Two Crashes, Double-Fatal Incident

Between Longmont and Berthoud, at about mile marker 322 on Highway 287, there was a double-fatality collision that happened north of YellowsPhoto byCourtesy photo, Colorado Department of Transportation

Tragic incidents unfolded on Highway 287 near Longmont, Colorado, resulting in multiple road closures due to two separate crashes that occurred on Friday, as confirmed by the Colorado State Patrol (CSP). One of the crashes led to the loss of two lives, while the other involved a police officer.

The initial crash took place approximately around 8:30 a.m. in the southbound lanes north of Yellowstone Road, situated between Longmont and Berthoud. Reports from CSP and Mountain View Fire Rescue indicated that the Berthoud Fire Protection District responded to the scene, initially notified of a vehicle engulfed in flames. Sadly, this collision claimed the lives of two individuals, prompting the Colorado State Patrol to initiate an investigation into the tragic incident. As of 1 p.m., the authorities indicated no estimated time for reopening the roadway, urging drivers to steer clear of the area.

Meanwhile, the second crash transpired near County Road 2, just south of Berthoud, as stated by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). This incident involved a deputy from the Larimer County Sheriff's Office, according to subsequent social media posts from the Berthoud Fire Protection District (BFPD).

As of the latest updates, the Larimer County Sheriff's Office has yet to disclose any information regarding the circumstances of the accident, including the condition of the involved deputy. The situation remains under investigation, and details regarding the crash involving law enforcement are pending disclosure by the sheriff's office. The community awaits further updates and clarification concerning this distressing incident on Highway 287.