Suspect Critically Injured After Foot Chase Across I-25 in Castle Rock

Police say a vehicle with a stolen plate led to the capture of two suspects, one of whom was hit by a passing car while fleeing.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:33pm

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Castle Rock police say a vehicle with a stolen plate led to the capture of two suspects, one of whom was critically injured after running across Interstate 25. The incident began when officers attempted to pull over the vehicle, leading to a pursuit that ended with the suspects' tires being deflated. One suspect was hit by a passing vehicle and critically injured while fleeing on foot, while the other was later found hiding in nearby bushes and arrested.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the risks and dangers involved when suspects flee from law enforcement, putting both officers and the public in harm's way. It also raises questions about police pursuit policies and the use of tactics like tire deflation devices to safely apprehend suspects.

The details

According to police, the incident began around 6:45 p.m. on Sunday when officers were alerted to a vehicle with a stolen license plate entering Castle Rock. Officers located the vehicle and attempted a traffic stop, but the suspects fled and entered a dead-end neighborhood. Instead of initiating a pursuit, police held their position until the vehicle exited the area, at which point they successfully deployed a tire-deflation device. After the suspects' tires were deflated, they continued to elude officers and entered I-25, where the inoperable vehicle came to a stop. The two suspects then ran from the car, with one of them being hit by a passing vehicle and critically injured. The other suspect fled into a nearby neighborhood, hid in the bushes at a residence, and was later found by a drone and arrested.

  • The incident occurred around 6:45 p.m. on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
  • The suspect was hit by a passing vehicle while fleeing on foot across I-25.

The players

Castle Rock Police

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the incident and apprehended the suspects.

The Suspects

Two individuals with outstanding felony warrants who were in a vehicle with a stolen license plate and fled from police, leading to the pursuit and one suspect being critically injured.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to prioritize public safety and hold suspects accountable for their actions, while also ensuring our pursuit tactics are as safe as possible for everyone involved.”

— Chief of Police

What’s next

The injured suspect is currently in critical condition at a local hospital, and the other suspect remains in custody. The Castle Rock Police Department will continue to investigate the incident and determine if any policy changes or additional training is needed regarding vehicle pursuits.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the inherent risks and challenges law enforcement faces when pursuing suspects, as well as the need for continued evaluation and refinement of pursuit policies to protect both officers and the public.