14-Year-Old Killed in Thornton Hit-and-Run

Police searching for driver of BMW 328i with Colorado license plate FBWX60

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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A 14-year-old boy riding a small motorized bike was struck and killed in a hit-and-run crash in Thornton, Colorado on Saturday night. Police are searching for the driver of a 2013 BMW 328i with Colorado license plate FBWX60 who is believed to have fled the scene.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run crashes are a serious problem, often leaving victims and their families with devastating consequences. This tragedy highlights the need for improved road safety measures and stronger enforcement to hold drivers accountable for their actions.

The details

According to police, the 14-year-old boy was riding north on Huron Street near the intersection of West Thornton Parkway when he was struck from behind by the BMW. The driver then fled the scene without stopping. Paramedics rushed the teenager to the hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

  • The crash occurred just before 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
  • The Adams County Coroner's Office will identify the 14-year-old victim at a later time.

The players

Thornton Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the hit-and-run crash.

Jim Baird

Thornton Police Chief, who expressed condolences to the victim's family and urged the public to come forward with any information.

Colorado Bureau of Investigation

The state law enforcement agency that issued an alert about the suspect vehicle.

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What they’re saying

“'Our hearts go out to the family and loved ones affected by this tragic crash. We are committed to finding the person responsible and urge anyone with information to come forward.'”

— Jim Baird, Thornton Police Chief (denverpost.com)

What’s next

The Thornton Police Department is actively searching for the suspect vehicle and driver, and is urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward by calling 911 or the Thornton Police Department at 720-977-5150.

The takeaway

This tragic hit-and-run highlights the need for improved road safety measures, stronger enforcement, and greater accountability for drivers who flee the scene of a crash. The Thornton community is coming together to support the victim's family and assist the police investigation in hopes of finding the responsible party.