AURORA | A 23-year-old man was struck by three cars in a pedestrian crosswalk late Thursday and later died from his injuries after being taken to a nearby hospital.
Officers were called to the signal-controlled crosswalk on the Unnamed Creek Trail at the 2700 block of South Tower road at about midnight after reports of a person lying in the street.
“Witnesses told officers the man may have been hit by two vehicles that left the scene,” police spokesperson Gabby Easterwood said in a statement. “A third vehicle also struck the man but remained on scene. The driver of that vehicle is cooperating with the investigation, and officers found no indication that alcohol or drugs were factors.”
Police said they do not know yet whether the crossing signal had been advocated, and whether the man had the right of way.
No details were released so far about the reported cars that left the scene of the collision. The identity of the man struck by the cars will be later released by coroner officials.
Police said anyone with information can call Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867. Tipsters can remain anonymous and still be eligible for a reward of up to $2,000, police said.
What 23 y/o male would wait for a WALK signal, especially “just before midnight”?So.rry that he died. Too young.
Even when assigned right of way, always look while crossing in case a goodriver makes a mistake.
Do these signals record “Calls”?