Greeley Police Chief Involved in Crash with Teen Bicyclist

15-year-old released from hospital after collision on West 26th Street

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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A 15-year-old bicyclist was struck by an SUV driven by the Greeley Police Chief, Adam Turk, on Sunday afternoon. The teen was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and has since been released, according to Colorado State Patrol, which is investigating the incident.

Why it matters

The crash involving the police chief raises concerns about public safety and transparency, as the department must ensure a thorough and impartial investigation is conducted, especially given Turk's position of authority.

The details

The crash occurred around 2:40 p.m. on West 26th Street just west of 53rd Avenue. Turk was driving an unmarked Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicle when the teen bicyclist, who was riding north on a trail in Josephine Jones Park, entered the roadway and was struck. Turk immediately provided first aid and called for paramedics. The preliminary investigation by Colorado State Patrol found the bicyclist was "failing to yield to traffic" when the collision occurred.

  • The crash happened around 2:40 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, 2026.
  • The teen bicyclist has since been released from the hospital.

The players

Adam Turk

The Greeley Police Chief who was driving the unmarked SUV involved in the collision with the teen bicyclist.

Colorado State Patrol

The law enforcement agency investigating the crash between the Greeley police chief's vehicle and the 15-year-old bicyclist.

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What they’re saying

“The preliminary investigation shows the bicyclist was "failing to yield to traffic" when he was hit.”

— Colorado State Patrol (9news.com)

What’s next

Colorado State Patrol will continue its investigation into the crash and determine if any charges will be filed.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for heightened safety precautions and transparency when a high-ranking law enforcement official is involved in a traffic collision, in order to maintain public trust and ensure a fair and thorough investigation.