(Denver, Colorado) On September 27th, a vehicle crashed into an apartment complex near the intersection of 107th Avenue and Pecos Street.
According to the Northglenn Police Department, the collision occurred right before 3 p.m. When Officers made their way into the scene, they took the suspect into custody. The driver that struck the apartment was allegedly involved in a domestic disturbance in the Denver metropolitan area.
The injuries resulting from the crash are minor and Northglenn police did not confirm the amount of people inside the apartment at the time.
Legal Analysis on the Intersection of 107th Avenue Accident
Based on the given information, it’s possible that the driver was speeding and under the influence. If that was a factor in the collision, investigators may review two codes that relate to impairment in alcohol/drugs and speed.
Investigators may review C.R.S 18-3-106 if the driver was driving under the influence with a 0.08 percent of BAC or more by weight. If they were driving a commercial vehicle with 0.05% of BAC or more by weight they would be violating this code.
If the driver was speeding that led to the crash, investigators may review C.R.S 42-4-1101, to which it prohibits driving with an increase of speed than reasonable. This may have been the case leading to the minor injuries.
Advice to the Family
If you were affected by this collision, it’s important to receive emotional support during this difficult time by speaking with a trusted adult. If you are planning to take legal actions against the driver, contacting a legal attorney that has covered car accident cases can better help you with any questions you may have and with the legal process.
Have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident? call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
