WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. — Eastbound Highway 58 is shut down in Wheat Ridge due to a deadly crash, according to police.
In a post on X, the Wheat Ridge Police Department said it is investigating a crash involving four vehicles along Highway 58 between Macintyre Street and Interstate 70.
TRAFFIC ALERT: WRPD is investigating a multi-vehicle crash along Highway 58 between Macintyre St. and I-70. There is one fatality to report, at this time.
— Wheat Ridge Police (@WheatRidgePD) October 18, 2025
We have Highway 58 eastbound shut down near the scene and ask the public to avoid the general area as we investigate. pic.twitter.com/vHEGYeV1hO
One person was killed in the crash, according to police. Three other people were taken to the hospital. Their conditions are not known at this time.
Wheat Ridge PD said one of the people taken to the hospital was a suspect, though the department did not share their alleged crimes or any further details.
UPDATE: Our initial investigation indicates this crash involved four total vehicles. Three people were transported to the hospital, in addition to the fatality. A suspect was among those hospitalized and we have that person in custody.
— Wheat Ridge Police (@WheatRidgePD) October 18, 2025
The roadway will remain closed for several hours, according to police, as investigators process the scene. Drivers are asked to avoid the area at this time.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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