Grand Junction, CO - The driver who was transported to a local hospital following the serious crash which occurred on Ute Avenue on July 24, 2026, has succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash.
The Grand Junction Police Department continues to investigate this crash and believes speed was a primary contributing factor. The investigations of serious crashes are complex and require time to thoroughly examine all available evidence and accurately determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Grand Junction Police Department urges all drivers to slow down, obey traffic laws, and look out for one another. Safe driving habits help protect everyone in our community.
Read the initial release here.