Deadly Crash Shuts Down I-76 in Commerce City

Police respond to single-vehicle rollover incident that killed one person and injured another

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Police in Commerce City, Colorado responded to a single-vehicle rollover crash on Interstate 76 that resulted in one fatality and one person being transported to the hospital with unknown injuries. The northbound lanes of I-76 at Highway 85 were closed as authorities investigated the deadly incident.

Why it matters

Traffic accidents and road closures can have significant impacts on commuters and commerce in the area, underscoring the importance of traffic safety and efficient emergency response procedures.

The details

According to police, the crash involved a single vehicle that rolled over, resulting in one person being killed and another injured. The northbound lanes of I-76 at the Highway 85 interchange were shut down as authorities responded to the scene and investigated the cause of the deadly crash.

  • The incident occurred on Thursday night.

The players

Commerce City Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the fatal single-vehicle crash on I-76.

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What’s next

Authorities will continue to investigate the cause of the crash and the condition of the injured individual who was transported to the hospital.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for heightened safety awareness and responsible driving on Colorado's roadways, as even a single-vehicle crash can have devastating consequences.