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Teen Killed in Early Morning Crash: Police Investigate Fatal Collision

A 16-year-old boy was killed following a tragic early morning collision between a motorcycle and a passenger car.

Details of the Fatal Accident

The deadly two-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m. at the intersection of 35th Avenue and 28th Street in Greeley, Colorado. According to preliminary reports released by the Greeley Police Department, the teenager was operating a motorcycle northbound along 35th Avenue. A 43-year-old man driving a Chevrolet Impala attempted to make a left turn onto 35th Avenue from 28th Street, resulting in a severe impact between both vehicles.

Emergency Response and Casualties

First responders arrived rapidly at the accident scene and initiated emergency life-saving measures. Despite their efforts, the teenage motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Chevrolet Impala sustained minor injuries. Formal identification of the deceased teenager remains pending notification by the Weld County Coroner’s Office.

Ongoing Traffic Crash Investigation

Traffic investigators are actively examining the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident. Key investigative details include:

• Determining whether vehicle speed played a role in the crash dynamics.

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• Assessing traffic right-of-way conditions during the left-turn maneuver.

• Evaluating whether formal traffic citations or criminal charges will be filed pending final findings.

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Local authorities have asked anyone with information or dashcam footage regarding the collision to contact traffic division investigators.