1 Killed, Several Injured in Five-Vehicle Crash on Highway 85 [Commerce City, CO]

Police Investigate Deadly Multi-Vehicle Crash on Highway 85 in Commerce City

COMMERCE CITY, CO (May 20, 2026)— A deadly five-vehicle crash on Highway 85 shut down both directions during the Wednesday morning commute.

According to the Commerce City Police Department, the crash closed northbound and southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 85 between 112th Avenue and 120th Avenue.

Authorities said the collision involved five vehicles. At least one person died in the crash, and several other drivers were transported to the hospital with injuries.

Scene reports indicated that at least one vehicle appeared to have rolled over.

The crash caused significant traffic delays in the area while emergency crews responded, assisted the injured, and cleared the roadway. Officials reopened all lanes shortly after 8:30 a.m.

Authorities have not released additional details about the person who died, the number of people injured, or what caused the crash.

The Commerce City Police Department continues to investigate the fatal collision.

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Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased victim. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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