On December 14th, 2017, at 12:11 AM, Patrol Officers responded to a report of a crash at North Airport Bl. and East Centertech Ave. When they arrived, they found that a Grey 2002 Honda Civic had been travelling at a high rate of speed southbound on N. Airport Bl. approaching E. Centertech Ave. in the center lane. For unknown reasons, it started to lose control and moved into the left lane. The driver overcorrected, started to spin and struck a tree on the right side of the road.
The driver (sole occupant) was pronounced deceased on scene. There were several witnesses that remained on scene to speak with Officers. Traffic investigations is handling this crash. The identity of the driver is not being released pending notification of next of kin.
Speed is a contributing factor in this crash. The Aurora Police Department reminds drivers that maintaining appropriate speeds saves lives.
Sergeant William Revelle
Traffic Investigations
303 739 6374