Dispatch Audio Describes Fiery Scene of Colorado QB's Fatal Crash

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Dispatch audio obtained by TMZ Sports reveals the harrowing details of the scene following the fatal crash that killed Colorado quarterback Dominiq Ponder. The audio describes a fiery scene with a damaged Tesla, downed power lines, and a small grass fire as first responders worked to extricate Ponder from the vehicle.

Why it matters

The tragic loss of the 23-year-old Ponder has devastated the Colorado football program, which continued practice on Monday to honor their fallen teammate. The dispatch audio provides a firsthand account of the tragic accident and the challenges faced by emergency responders at the scene.

The details

According to the dispatch audio, responders initially believed there was a blown transformer causing a fire on the side of the road. They later discovered the flames were from Ponder's 2023 Tesla that had crashed into a pole. The vehicle was heavily damaged, and responders noted they would need specialized tools to extricate Ponder, who was still in the driver's seat. Ultimately, the scene was described as an "obvious death" with additional hazards from the downed power line and small grass fire.

• The dispatch audio is from early Sunday morning, when Ponder's fatal crash occurred near Baseline Road in Boulder County.

What’s next

Colorado State Patrol told TMZ Sports on Monday that the crash is under investigation.