Serious injuries reported in North Capitol Hill scooter-car crash 

K.C. Harpring

personal injury Attorney

DENVER, CO – An electric scooter rider sustained serious injuries after they were struck by a vehicle in North Capitol Hill Sunday night.

Denver police first announced the collision at 8:37 p.m., stating it took place in the area of North Clarkson Street and East Colfax Avenue. After arriving, officers issued a two-hour closure for Colfax, starting at North Washington Street and ending at Clarkson. All lanes reopened after 10:30 p.m.

#TRAFFIC : #DPD Officers are investigating a crash involving a motorist and stand up electric scooter at N Clarkson St / E Colfax Ave. One party was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. The motorist remained on scene. Alternate routes advised. #Denver pic.twitter.com/cfEoD6ChOC

— Denver Police Dept. (@DenverPolice) May 5, 2025

Officers confirmed the driver remained at the scene and did not announce any lane closures at this time.

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