Early Morning Crash Involving Jack-Knifed Semi Shuts Down Westbound I-76 in Jefferson County for Extended Cleanup and Investigation

Description: A jack-knifed semi and multi-vehicle crash closed westbound I-76 near Sheridan Blvd early this morning. Colorado State Patrol is investigating; drivers should check Cotrip.org for updates. Read the Full Press Release From the Colorado State Patrol...

Early Morning Vehicle Crash Closes Interstate 76

Interstate closed for an extended time for clean up investigation

(Jefferson County, COLO)-Colorado State Patrol Troopers were dispatched to the area of Interstate 76 westbound near milepost 1, near Sheridan Boulevard, at 6:44 a.m. for a report of a three-vehicle crash involving a semi.

Initial reports indicate a semi with a trailer jack-knifed on the road, causing two additional vehicles to crash. During the crash, a fuel leak from the semi’s side tank spilled onto the road. The westbound direction of travel is currently closed, and vehicles are being directed off the Interstate. There is no time frame for reopening the road. Check Cotrip.org for the latest road opening status.

This crash is currently being investigated by the Colorado State Patrol. If you witnessed this crash and have not spoken to investigators, please contact dispatch at (303) 239-4501. Be prepared to leave your contact information for an investigator to contact you at a later time.

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