Devastating Crash on Interstate 76 Kills 10-Year-Old Girl [Commerce City, CO]

Driver Faces DUI Vehicular Homicide Charges After Crash on Interstate 76 in Commerce City

Commerce City, CO (February 12, 2026) – A 10-year-old girl died in a single-vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 76 on Thursday evening, and police say the driver now faces multiple serious charges.

The Commerce City Police Department reported that officers responded to a rollover collision on the northbound Interstate 76 near Highway 85.

The crash prompted authorities to close the northbound lanes of I-76 in the area while crews worked the scene.

In an update released Friday morning, police confirmed the child was a passenger in the vehicle and died from her injuries.

Investigators said the man driving the vehicle faces several charges, including vehicular homicide, DUI, reckless driving, and child abuse resulting in death.

Authorities have not released the names of those involved.

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

If your family is grieving after a fatal DUI crash, Sweet Lawyers can help you understand your next steps—contact us for a free, confidential consultation.

Losing a child in a crash is a heartbreak no family should ever have to endure. When a collision involves allegations of impaired driving, the grief is often compounded by anger, disbelief, and an urgent need for answers.

If your family is mourning the death of a loved one after a DUI-related wreck in Commerce City or anywhere in Colorado, Sweet Lawyers is here to support you with compassion, clarity, and experienced guidance.

In fatal crash situations, families are suddenly forced to manage funeral arrangements, time away from work, and the emotional weight of a life changed forever—often. At the same time, a criminal case moves forward at its own pace.

While the state may file criminal charges, that process is separate from any civil wrongful death claim that may help a family seek accountability and financial stability after a devastating loss.

Understanding that difference—and knowing what steps can protect important evidence—can matter in the days and weeks after a tragedy.

At Sweet Lawyers, we handle wrongful death cases with the care they deserve.

Our team can help families gather key documents, identify potentially responsible parties, and explain how a wrongful death claim may address losses such as funeral and burial expenses, loss of financial support, and the loss of love, guidance, and companionship.

Every case is unique, and we won’t promise outcomes—but we will treat your family with respect, keep you informed, and fight to make sure your voice is heard.

If you’re not sure where to begin, a conversation can help. Sweet Lawyers offers a free, confidential consultation, and we typically work on a contingency-fee basis (meaning no upfront legal fees in many cases).

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