Two people were rushed to the hospital after a three-car hit-and-run at East 8th Avenue and North Josephine Street, according to Denver police. One of the involved drivers took off before officers arrived, and officials have not yet released details on the victims' conditions.
In a post on its social feed, the Denver Police Department said investigators are working to identify the motorist who left the scene and are continuing to gather information. The department said any new information would be added to the same thread.
Where the crash happened
The wreck unfolded at the intersection of East 8th Avenue and North Josephine Street, on the edge of the Cheesman Park and Congress Park neighborhoods. Earlier this year, the city wrapped up a multi-intersection signal and safety project along East 8th that included the Josephine intersection, according to the Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure.
What the police are asking
Detectives are asking anyone who saw the crash, or who has dash-camera or doorbell footage from the area around the time of the collision, to get in touch. For emergencies, people should call or text 911. For tips or other non-emergency information, the City and County of Denver lists the Denver Police Department's non-emergency line as 720-913-2000.
Traffic safety in Denver
The hit-and-run comes as Denver and state officials push to expand automated traffic enforcement after a deadly year on city streets. Per Axios Denver, officials are preparing to roll out speed cameras on major corridors this year, and reporting in the Denver Gazette has detailed additional measures tied to automated enforcement.
Investigators say updates on the case will be posted to the department's social media thread, and police are urging anyone who knows something to come forward. This story will be updated as more information is released.
