Northbound I-225 in Aurora reopens after fatal crash causes closure
A fatal crash on Friday afternoon temporarily caused authorities to close the northbound lanes of Interstate 225 in Aurora.
The Colorado Department of Transportation closed between US 40 and Interstate 70 while crews worked to investigate and clear the scene and warned drivers to expect delays.
The Aurora Police Department said four vehicles, including a motorcycle, were involved in a crash around 2:53 p.m. at I-225 and Smith Road. The woman riding the motorcycle was taken to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries, but died shortly after arrival. No other injuries have been reported.
An investigation later revealed that the motorcyclist rear-ended a car in front of her as it was slowing down due to traffic. She fell off the motorcycle and was then struck by another vehicle. All involved drivers remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators, according to Aurora police. Investigators don't believe intoxication or excessive speed contributed to the crash.
Police diverted traffic to 17th Place while the investigation was underway. All lanes of traffic on northbound I-225 were fully reopened around 4:40 p.m.
