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Denver, CO (August 27, 2026) – A bicyclist suffered serious injuries on Tuesday evening, August 25, in a crash involving a motorist near East Louisiana Avenue and South Franklin Street in Denver.
The Denver Police Department said officers were investigating the collision and warned drivers to expect delays in the area. Authorities continue investigating the collision.
We hope the injured bicyclist has a swift and full recovery.
Why Can Bicycle Crashes With Motor Vehicles Cause Serious Injuries?
Bicyclists have little physical protection when struck by a passenger vehicle, leaving them exposed to direct impact forces.
A rider may also be thrown from the bicycle and suffer a second impact with the roadway or another object. Head, chest, spinal, and limb injuries can result even when the collision involves only one vehicle and one bicycle.
Vehicle speed, impact angle, visibility, roadway design, and cyclist position can all affect injury severity. Because bicycles are smaller and less visible than motor vehicles, crashes in urban traffic can become serious very quickly.
