Vehicle Strikes Pole in Orchard Mesa

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Emergency responders were dispatched to Cheyenne Drive and Acoma Court in Orchard Mesa after a gray Forester struck a telephone pole. Police and fire/EMS units, including engine, truck and rescue crews, were sent to the scene. Initial reports indicate one male patient is breathing but pinned in the vehicle with his head between the doorframe and a seat, and the vehicle was still in drive after the collision. Officers administered two doses of Narcan to the male.

Why it matters

Vehicle accidents involving poles or other stationary objects can cause serious injuries, especially when the driver is trapped or the vehicle remains in gear. This incident highlights the importance of emergency response coordination and the use of life-saving measures like Narcan in such situations.

The details

According to the initial scanner reports, a gray Forester struck a telephone pole at the intersection of Cheyenne Drive and Acoma Court in Orchard Mesa. Emergency crews, including police, fire, and EMS, were dispatched to the scene with lights and sirens. The male driver was found to be breathing but pinned in the vehicle, with his head wedged between the doorframe and a seat. The vehicle was still in drive after the collision.

• The incident occurred on March 6, 2026 around 2:34 AM.

What’s next

The incident is still under investigation, and further details may be released by local authorities.