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Car Accident - E HESS RD & CANYON FORGE DR
1 Fatal1 Injured2 Vehicles
3-Year Intersection History
1 crashes
Crash history at this intersection
Comparable Crashes
5
Used for similar-pattern claim and liability context
Vehicles
2
Injured
1
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight
Approximate crash location near E HESS RD, 01425FNE, CANYON FORGE DR, CASTLE PINES, DOUGLAS County, CO
Recent Nearby Crashes in CASTLE PINES
These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CANYON FORGE DR
< 0.1 miNov 19, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CANYON FORGE DR
< 0.1 miSep 2, 2025 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CANYON FORGE DR
< 0.1 miMay 31, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HESS RD & CROSS CANYON TRL
< 0.1 miSep 28, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
How this spot ranks
3-year history
1 crashes
Tracked at this location
Corridor volume
137 on E HESS RD
Published crashes tied to this corridor
Comparable crashes
5 similar records
Similar crash pattern in the published dataset
Street pattern
137 on E HESS RD
CASTLE PINES currently shows 180 active crash pages in the published dataset.
On Friday, May 5, 2023, at approximately 12:43 PM, a head-on collision occurred on E HESS RD, near CANYON FORGE DR, CASTLE PINES, DOUGLAS County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the fatal-level incident, which resulted in 1 fatality and 1 injury. Clear weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Case number
2023-00038257
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Reporting agency
Douglas County Sheriff Office
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Records office
Douglas County Sheriff Office
Crash location reference
Canyon Forge Dr
Route 0184 | Hessr | Non-Intersection
Crash classification
Head On
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Recent Nearby Crashes in CASTLE PINES
These are the most relevant recent crash reports within 5 miles of this location.
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CANYON FORGE DR
< 0.1 miNov 19, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CANYON FORGE DR
< 0.1 miSep 2, 2025 | Rear-End Collision
2 vehicles
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CANYON FORGE DR
< 0.1 miMay 31, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
HESS RD & CROSS CANYON TRL
< 0.1 miSep 28, 2025 | Wildlife Collision
1 vehicle
CASTLE PINES PKWY & CROSS CANYON TRL
0.2 miMay 20, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles
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Liability Context
General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Head-On Collision Pattern
Head-on collisions are among the most severe crash types. They often involve a driver crossing the center line, which may indicate distraction, impairment, or fatigue.
Dormer Harpring - Head-On CollisionsColorado Comparative Fault
Colorado follows a modified comparative fault rule (C.R.S. Section 13-21-111). If you were partially at fault, your recovery may be reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are 50% or more at fault, you cannot recover damages. The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Colorado is generally 3 years from the date of the accident.
CO Revised Statutes Section 13-21-111This 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.
Vehicles Involved
Vehicle 1 (Passenger Car)
Speed
Est. 50 mph (limit: 50)
Driver
Male, 70 years old
Occupants
1
Vehicle 2 (SUV)
Speed
Est. 50 mph (limit: 50)
Driver
Female, 63 years old
Occupants
1
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FAQ
Were there fatalities?
Yes, 1 fatality was reported.
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Crash Summary
DateMay 5, 2023
Time12:43 PM
Day of WeekFriday
LocationE HESS RD & CANYON FORGE DR
CityCASTLE PINES
CountyDOUGLAS County
Crash TypeHead On
SeverityFatal
Vehicles2
Total Injuries1
Total Fatalities1
WeatherClear
Road ConditionDry
LightingDaylight
AgencyDouglas County Sheriff Office
Case Number2023-00038257
Reporting AgencyDouglas County Sheriff Office