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Aspen, CO (March 17, 2020) – A heartbreaking motor vehicle accident Sunday afternoon sadly resulted in fatal injuries in the ski resort town.
According to reports, On March 15, just before 12:30 p.m., an SUV was traveling along the roadway. As the driver made a left turn around a corner, it struck a 5-year-old girl in the roadway.
The driver remained at the scene.
Authorities arrived and sadly declared the victim deceased at the scene.
The police are currently investigating.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family of the child who lost her life in this accident.
Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in Colorado
Far too many innocent people lose their lives in collisions due to the negligent actions of drivers sharing the road. Sadly, motor vehicle accidents claim the lives of more than 600 people in Colorado each year. Approximately 10% of those fatally injured are pedestrians. When victims lose their lives in these unimaginable collisions, their families should reach out to a a wrongful death attorney in Colorado at their earliest convenience to get the justice they deserve.
We at The Law Offices of Cliff Enten wholeheartedly believe families should be able to get the justice they deserve from those who cause them harm. Our pedestrian accident attorneys in Colorado strive to help grieving families maximize their recoveries after losing a loved one due to another driver’s negligent and reckless actions. We work diligently to ensure families are in the best position imaginable after enduring a terrible loss due to the negligence of another person. Contact our Colorado accident lawyers today at (303) 529-9737 to get help with your claim.
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