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Denver police investigate deadly crash involving pedestrian on I-70 near Peoria

By Jennifer McRae

August 8, 2025 / 8:10 AM MDT / CBS Colorado

Eastbound I-70 reopens after deadly crash near I-225

Denver police investigated a deadly crash involving a pedestrian on I-70 near Peoria Street early Friday morning. According to investigators, the crash happened just after 3 a.m.

The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of I-70 near Peoria, involving a motorist and a pedestrian. The pedestrian did not survive.

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Police said they are investigating what happened leading up to the crash.

Eastbound lanes of I-70 were closed after the crash and during the investigation. All lanes reopened at 6:15 a.m. During the closure, drivers were urged to take an alternate route.

Jennifer McRae

Jennifer McRae is a digital media producer for CBS Colorado with more than 25 years of experience in news. Jennifer is part of the digital team recognized for excellence for Best Website several times by the Colorado Broadcasters Association.