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Fatal Crash Involving Trash Truck and Bicycle Under Investigation
Colorado State Patrol probing deadly incident south of Longmont
Feb. 27, 2026 at 7:07pm
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The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred late Friday morning involving a dump truck and a bicycle on Highway 119 and Niwot Road south of Longmont. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, and authorities have closed the southbound lanes of Highway 119 as they investigate the incident.
Why it matters
Crashes involving large commercial vehicles and vulnerable road users like cyclists often result in tragic outcomes. This incident raises concerns about roadway safety and the need for improved infrastructure and driver education to protect all travelers.
The details
According to the Colorado State Patrol, the crash took place around 11:02 a.m. on Friday. The details of how the collision occurred between the dump truck and the bicycle have not yet been released. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, and their identity will be made public by the Boulder County Coroner's Office after notifying next of kin.
- The crash occurred around 11:02 a.m. on Friday, February 27, 2026.
- Authorities closed the southbound lanes of Highway 119 at the time of the investigation, with no estimated time for the highway to reopen.
The players
Colorado State Patrol
The state law enforcement agency investigating the fatal crash.
What’s next
The Colorado State Patrol will continue its investigation into the cause of the crash and release more details as they become available.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for heightened safety measures to protect vulnerable road users like cyclists, including improved infrastructure, driver education, and enforcement to prevent such devastating collisions in the future.
