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Vehicles
2
Injured
0
Weather
Snow
Lighting
Daylight

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On Thursday, November 7, 2024, at approximately 11:23 AM, a rear-end collision occurred on SMITHLAND AVE, near 6TH ST, LA JUNTA, OTERO County, Colorado. 2 vehicles were involved in the property damage only-level incident, which resulted in no reported injuries. Snow weather conditions and daylight lighting were noted at the time of the crash.
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Reporting agency
LAJTPD
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Records office
LAJTPD
Crash location reference
6th St
Route 0745 | Smith | Driveway Access Related
Crash classification
Rear To Side
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< 0.1 miInvalid Date | Bicycle Crash
1 vehicle | 1 injured

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< 0.1 miInvalid Date | Parked Vehicle Collision
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0.1 miInvalid Date | Two-Vehicle Crash
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General information based on this crash's reported factors and Colorado law
Rear-End Collision Pattern
In Colorado, the trailing driver in a rear-end collision is often presumed to be at fault for following too closely, though this presumption can be rebutted with evidence.
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Were weather conditions adverse?
Yes, conditions included snow.
Were road conditions adverse?
Yes, the road surface was snow-covered.
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