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Denver, CO (January 26, 2026) – A traffic collision on Interstate 270 westbound near the junction with Vasquez Boulevard and US Highway 85 left at least one person injured early on Monday morning.
The incident took place on January 26, around 2:34 a.m. Dispatch audio confirmed that multiple emergency units, including Engine 22, Engine 23, and Ambulance 23, were dispatched to the scene. The accident occurred on the westbound lanes of I-270, where traffic merges toward US-85 northbound.
While the number of vehicles involved and the total number of injured parties were not disclosed in the initial report, emergency crews identified the crash as an injury incident and responded accordingly. The extent of injuries has not been confirmed at this time.
Traffic along I-270 in the early morning hours may have been impacted as responders operated along the busy interchange zone. No road closures were officially mentioned, though delays were likely during the response.
Authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
We extend our thoughts to those affected and hope for a safe and swift recovery for anyone injured in the incident.
