COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — A motorcyclist has died following a tragic collision with a trash truck on the city’s south side, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD). The accident occurred at approximately 4 p.m. on Tuesday at the intersection of East Cheyenne Road and Southgate Road, near the I-25 and South Nevada Avenue interchange.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene, where the motorcyclist was transported to a nearby hospital. Despite efforts to save their life, the individual succumbed to their injuries shortly thereafter. The name of the deceased has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin, and will be made available by the El Paso County Coroner’s Office at a later time.
At this stage, CSPD officials have not disclosed the details surrounding the cause of the crash. An investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances that led to the fatal incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the accident to come forward, as they work to piece together the events leading up to the collision. The intersection where the crash took place remains a focal point for investigators, who are working to understand whether road conditions, driver error, or other factors contributed to the incident.
This tragedy serves as a stark reminder of the dangers on the road, and officials are urging all drivers to exercise caution and be aware of their surroundings.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
