Tragic Crash on I-70 Near Limon Claims Three Lives, Including Two Children
LIMON, CO — July 2, 2025 — A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on Wednesday morning along a stretch of Interstate 70 in eastern Colorado, as a violent crash involving a Subaru Forester and a semitrailer claimed the lives of three individuals—two of them children. The devastating incident occurred just outside of Limon, a rural town located about 90 miles southeast of Denver, casting a heavy pall over the tight-knit community and beyond.
According to the Colorado State Patrol, the fatal collision took place around 7:30 a.m. near mile marker 362. Preliminary investigations indicate that the Subaru Forester, traveling eastbound, failed to slow in time and rear-ended a slow-moving or stopped semitrailer in the right-hand lane. The impact was catastrophic, crumpling the front end of the SUV and leaving its occupants with fatal injuries.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene within minutes, but the damage had already been done. Authorities confirmed that three people inside the Subaru were pronounced dead at the scene. Among the deceased were two children whose identities have not yet been released pending notification of extended family members. The adult driver of the Subaru was also killed in the crash. A fourth occupant, reportedly another child, was airlifted to a nearby trauma center with critical injuries. Their condition remains uncertain at this time.
The driver of the semitrailer was uninjured and cooperated fully with investigators. Toxicology screenings are standard procedure in such cases, but no indications of impairment or wrongdoing on the part of the truck driver have been disclosed so far.
“This is a devastating loss, and our hearts go out to the families affected,” said Colorado State Patrol Sergeant Michael Jenks during a press briefing later in the day. “It’s a reminder of just how quickly lives can be changed forever. Our troopers see tragic events like this too often, and it never gets easier.”
The eastbound lanes of I-70 were closed for several hours while investigators from the State Patrol’s Crash Reconstruction Team documented the scene, cleared the wreckage, and gathered evidence. Traffic was rerouted to U.S. Highway 24 and other local roads, causing delays throughout the morning.
Weather conditions at the time were clear, with no immediate environmental factors contributing to the crash. However, authorities are investigating whether distracted driving, fatigue, or excessive speed played a role. The stretch of I-70 near Limon is known for its long, straight expanses and heavy commercial traffic, conditions that can often lead to driver inattention.
As news of the tragedy spread, tributes and condolences began pouring in from across Colorado. Local officials and school district representatives have expressed their sorrow and offered grief counseling to students and staff. “It is with broken hearts that we acknowledge the loss of young lives in our community,” one nearby district wrote in a public statement. “Our counselors are available, and we stand in support of the families during this unthinkable time.”
The crash has reignited calls for increased highway safety measures, particularly around semitrailer traffic and driver awareness in high-speed zones. Advocates have pointed out that better signage, enhanced visibility requirements for trucks, and public education campaigns about maintaining safe distances could help reduce the frequency of such tragic incidents.
For the Limon area and the families impacted, the pain is immeasurable. A GoFundMe page is expected to be created in the coming days to help cover funeral expenses and support the surviving child’s medical needs.
As the investigation continues, authorities urge all drivers to remain vigilant on the road, especially when traveling on major interstates. “Lives are in our hands every time we get behind the wheel,” Sgt. Jenks emphasized. “Let this tragedy serve as a sobering reminder of that responsibility.”
Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has relevant dashcam footage is asked to contact the Colorado State Patrol as the investigation remains active.