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Vehicles
2
Injured
0
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 491 & MM 39.479
0.2 miAug 20, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 491 & MM 39.396
0.3 miDec 31, 2024 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 491 & MM 39.997
0.3 miMar 5, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles | 1 injured
HWY 491 & MM 39.301
0.4 miSep 20, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
On December 13, 2025, at approximately 4:23 AM, a two-vehicle crash occurred on HWY 491, near MM 39.666, MONTEZUMA County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
5A251841
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Reporting agency
Colorado State Patrol
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Records office
Colorado State Patrol
Crash location reference
Mm 39.666
Route 491B | 39.666
Crash classification
Vehicle Debris or Cargo
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Near 01, MONTEZUMA
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.
HWY 491 & MM 39.479
0.2 miAug 20, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 491 & MM 39.396
0.3 miDec 31, 2024 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
HWY 491 & MM 39.997
0.3 miMar 5, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles | 1 injured
HWY 491 & MM 39.301
0.4 miSep 20, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HWY 491 & MM 40.065
0.4 miMar 5, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles | 1 injured
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General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Speed-Related Factors
Excessive speed or driving too fast for conditions may constitute negligence. Colorado follows a "reasonable and prudent" speed standard under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1101.
FindLaw - Speeding Accident LiabilityHit-and-Run Reported
Leaving the scene of an accident is a criminal offense under C.R.S. Section 42-4-1601. Victims may still recover damages through their own uninsured motorist coverage.
CO Revised Statutes Section 42-4-1601This is general informational context, not legal advice. Every crash is different. If you were involved in this accident, consult with a qualified attorney for guidance specific to your situation.
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Was speed a factor?
Yes, speed was identified as a contributing factor.
Was this a hit-and-run?
Yes, this crash was classified as a hit-and-run.
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