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News: CoDOT closes westbound U.S. 36 in Westminster due to vehicle crash

Written by Dormer Harpring reviewed by KC Harping. May 4, 2026Accidents In the News

NEAR WESTMINISTER, CO – Colorado Department of Transportation had to shut down westbound U.S. 36 on Friday due to a vehicle crash. 

Denver 7 said officials closed the lanes between Church Ranch Road and Colorado 128 and 120th Avenue. 

Authorities did not specify the specifics of what led to the collision or confirm if anyone was cited or injured. 

We will issue updates as the latest developments come to light. 

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