Fatal Hit & Run Near City Park Leaves 1 Dead

Man Dragged Half Block Near Museum

Police Investigate a Fatal Pedestrian Accident in Denver (Photo Credit: CBS)

An auto-pedestrian accident left a man in his forties dead Friday night in the City Park area of Denver. The man, who has not yet been identified, has been described as an approximately 49 year-old who suffered multiple injuries from the crash. He was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Officers responded to a call at the intersection of 17th Avenue and Garfield Street just after 9 P.M. Sunday. The vehicle involved is thought to be a dark colored or black SUV with damage consistent with a hit and run accident, including a damaged front end with a cracked windshield and possible blood stains. The SUV apparently dragged the victim for a block or more before speeding away eastbound on 17th.

Police have indicated they do not believe the victim was using a designated crosswalk.

“The reality is in some of these collisions pedestrians are partially at fault, too, when they do this type of action and had the vehicle stuck around at the scene to render aid, they may not have been charged with anything at this time,” Denver police spokesman Sgt. Brian Conover said.

“It has been happening far too often where we have people being hurt or killed in accidents and the parties involved don’t stay on the scene,” Conover added. “It seems to be bicyclists and pedestrians that bear the brunt of that.”

Individuals who have information that may pertain to this case are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at (720) 913-7867 or Denver Police at (720) 913-2000

If you are injured in a pedestrian hit and run accident, or any car accident in Colorado, please call The Law Offices of Robert Paysinger, P.C. at (303) 279-0221 for a free initial consultation to better understand the law and your rights. We help injured people - it's all we do!

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