61-Year-Old Charles Carlton Killed in Multi-Car Crash on Alpine Drive [Colorado Springs, CO]

Colorado Springs, CO (June 27, 2025) – 61-year-old Charles Carlton lost his life in a horrific crash on Alpine Drive.

According to Colorado Springs Police, the deadly crash happened around 8:59 p.m. at the intersection of Constitution Avenue and Alpine Drive.

Reports say that a high-speed traffic crash on Saturday night in Colorado Springs killed one person.

Authorities say that 2 vehicles were driving westbound on Constitution Avenue at a high rate of speed when one of them struck a third vehicle.

The third vehicle was making a left turn to go northbound on Alpine Drive while traveling eastbound on Constitution.

Medics transported the turning vehicle’s driver, identified as Carlton, to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he later died.

Police are investigating, but their initial findings indicate speed and alcohol contributed to the crash.

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Sweet Lawyers extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Charles Carlton during this incredibly difficult time. We are heartbroken by this tragic loss.

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