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5 injured, 1 killed when vehicle jumps curb in Fort Collins

Six people were injured when a truck drove onto a sidewalk Saturday in downtown Fort Collins and one of the injured people died, according to police. The driver was among the injured,

Fort Collins Police reported officers being on-scene at a crash in the 100 block of West Mountain Avenue at 12:30 p.m.

A Chevrolet pickup drove onto a sidewalk and struck several pedestrians, according to Fort Collins Police. Downtown was crowded because of the annual Tour de Fat bike parade.

Police are still investigating the events and factors leading up to the crash to determine how it occurred, along with investigating if impairment was a factor. Police said they do not believe that these pedestrians were intentionally targeted.

Fort Collins Police Chief Jeff Swoboda said in a news release: “This was a tragic day for many in our community. We recognize the impact that this incident will have on those involved, the witnesses, and the responders. Our team of Victim Advocates are supporting those involved in what happened today. I’m appreciative of the quick response of our officers, the assistance of our emergency partners, and the community members who helped during this incident.”

The extent of the injuries was not released.

Anyone with information about this incident who has not already spoken to police is asked to contact Officer David Kaes or Officer Kevin Alexander at (970) 416-6540. The investigation is ongoing; no further information will be released at this time.



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