On October 15, 2021 at approimxately 12:16a.m. Aurora Police responded to a report of a two car injury crash in the Intersection of East Iliff Avenue and South Havana Street.
The initial investigation reveals that a white minivan was traveling eastbound on East Iliff Avenue. The van failed to stop for a red signal light and struck a blue Jeep Compass that was traveling southbound on South Havana Avenue.
When first responders arrived at the scene they found the 25-year-old male driver of the minivan injured and unresponsive. He was transported to a local hospital where he later died from his injuries. The driver of the Jeep was not injured during the crash.
The Aurora Police Traffic Section responded to the scene and is handling the investigation of this crash. They will be looking into whether or not alcohol, drugs and/or speed were contributing factors.
The indetification of the driver is not being released at this time. It will be released by the Arapahoe County Coroner's Office once he has been positively identifed and his next of kin have been notified.
Lieutenant Chris Amsler-PIO
Commanding Officer
Media Relations Unit
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