12-Year-Old Dies in Clear Creek River Crash

The boy was trapped in a submerged truck following a crash off Interstate 70, sparking a rescue effort that ended tragically.

A 12-year-old boy died after a truck he was in flipped over into Clear Creek river off of Interstate 70.
The incident occurred on Saturday night near Empire Junction, involving multiple victims outside the vehicle.
Rescue efforts included deputies, police officers, and a civilian, but the boy was trapped between a boulder and the truck.
Despite attempts at resuscitation, the boy was pronounced dead upon arrival at a local hospital.
The community and national nonprofit Kids and Car Safety have expressed deep sorrow over the tragic event.