GOLDEN, Colo. — Eastbound Interstate 70 was shut down for several hours at US 6 in Golden after a car jacking suspect crashed into several vehicles during a pursuit, according to the Denver Police Department.
The initial carjacking happened around 4 p.m. near Colfax Avenue and Race Street.
Officers spotted the vehicle and attempted a routine traffic stop, but the suspect did not pull over, according to Denver police.
The pursuit ended at I-70 and US 6 when the suspect hit several vehicles. The suspect was taken into custody.
I-70 EB will closed for several hours at US 6 exit in Golden for multi-vehicle crash caused by a suspect out of Denver. Traffic is being diverted onto US 6 EB exit. I-70 WB is down to one lane. Avoid the area if possible due to traffic delays. CSP is investigating the crash. pic.twitter.com/PNiiYCJxct
— Jeffco Sheriff (@jeffcosheriffco) August 1, 2023
No officers were hurt, according to Denver PD. It is unclear if any civilians were injured in the crash.
Colorado State Patrol is investigating the crash, while Denver PD is investigating the carjacking.
Eastbound I-70 was closed for several hours.
