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Vehicles
2
Injured
0
Weather
Clear
Lighting
Daylight

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On Saturday, April 8, 2023, at approximately 5:34 PM, a rear-end collision occurred on E SOUTH BOULDER RD, near MERLIN DR, LAFAYETTE, BOULDER 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
202301258
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Reporting agency
LFTTPD
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Records office
LFTTPD
Crash location reference
Merlin Dr
Route 0735 | South | Intersection Related
Crash classification
Rear End
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Near E SOUTH BOULDER RD, AT, MERLIN DR, LAFAYETTE, BOULDER County, CO, LAFAYETTE
These recent nearby crashes involved reported injuries or fatalities and give useful context for how severe incidents cluster around this block.

E SOUTH BOULDER RD & MERLIN DR
< 0.1 miJul 12, 2025 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles | 1 injured

E SOUTH BOULDER RD & SARATOGA DR
< 0.1 miOct 26, 2024 | Sideswipe (Same Direction)
2 vehicles

E SOUTH BOULDER RD & MERLIN DR
< 0.1 miNov 18, 2025 | Two-Vehicle Crash
2 vehicles | 1 injured

E SOUTH BOULDER RD & SARATOGA DR
0.1 miJul 19, 2024 | Broadside (T-Bone)
2 vehicles

E SOUTH BOULDER RD & MERLIN DR
0.1 miMay 25, 2025 | Single-Vehicle Crash
1 vehicle
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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.
Springs Law Group - Rear-End CollisionsWork Zone Crash
Fines and penalties are typically doubled for violations in active work zones under Colorado law. Work zone liability may extend to contractors or government entities.
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Was it in a work zone?
Yes, this crash occurred in an active work zone.
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