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- calendar_today October 13, 2026
Greeley Police Clear Driver in Fatal Bike-Vehicle Collision
The Greeley Police Department has ruled that a driver was not at fault in a deadly bike crash that occurred Monday night at the intersection of 11th Avenue and 4th Street. The department made the announcement in a press release issued Tuesday.
Details of the Incident
The crash took place around 7:50 p.m. on Monday. Police responded to reports of a collision involving a bicycle and a vehicle at the intersection. According to investigators, a 53-year-old man was riding his bicycle eastbound on 4th Street without operational headlights or a tail lamp.
Bicyclist's Actions and Crash Circumstances
The police report states that the bicyclist failed to stop at a stop sign and entered the intersection, where he was struck by a 25-year-old driver heading northbound through the intersection. The driver was not injured in the collision.
Response and Medical Aid
First responders arrived on the scene and performed life-saving measures on the bicyclist before he was transported to a local hospital. Despite their efforts, the man later died from his injuries sustained in the crash.
Bicycle Crash Investigation and Video Evidence
Investigators reconstructed the scene of the crash and obtained video evidence as part of the bicycle crash investigation. According to the Greeley Police Department, this evidence helped establish that the fatal bicycle accident was the result of the bicyclist’s actions, including the failure to stop at a posted stop sign and not having proper lighting on the bicycle.
No Charges Filed Against Driver
Based on the crash reconstruction and findings, the police determined the responsibility for the bike crash in Greeley rested with the bicyclist. The driver involved in the incident was cleared of all fault, and no charges will be filed in relation to the collision.
Source: kdvr.com.
