2-Car Crash on Highway 24 Claims a Life

One Killed in Highway 24 Crash Near Colorado Springs Airport

Colorado Springs, CO (September 16, 2026) — On Thursday night, a 23-year-old Colorado Springs man died after a two-vehicle crash on Highway 24 near Newt Drive, just west of Marsheffel Road.

Colorado State Patrol troopers responded shortly after 7:15 p.m. and found that an eastbound Acura RDX had attempted to turn left onto Newt Drive when it collided with the front left side of a westbound Nissan Rogue.

The Nissan left the roadway, while the Acura stopped in the merge lane. The Nissan driver died at the scene. His 23-year-old female passenger, also from Colorado Springs, went to a hospital but reported no injuries. The 38-year-old Peyton woman driving the Acura was hospitalized with injuries that were not immediately known.

Highway 24 remained closed until about 10:30 p.m. as authorities investigated the crash. The investigation remains ongoing.

Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the 23-year-old victim. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.

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