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Four From Central High Wrestling Team Remain Hospitalized After Lakewood Bus Crash

District 51 confirms four team members remain hospitalized, with community supporters visiting to coordinate help.

Overview

  • Mesa County Valley School District 51 says three students and one coach are still in the hospital following Saturday night’s collision involving the team bus and an SUV.
  • West Metro Fire reported 14 people were transported for treatment, including eight students, two coaches, and all four occupants of the SUV.
  • Lakewood police said the crash occurred around 7:30 p.m. near Kipling Street and West 6th Avenue as the team returned from a tournament at Arapahoe High School in Centennial.
  • Police say the cause remains under investigation, including whether speed or alcohol played a role, and KRDO citing 9NEWS reported that three people are in critical condition.
  • District leaders declined to release medical details to protect privacy, while coaches and programs—including Eaglecrest’s Javier Quintana—visited hospitalized students as reporters seek updates on the SUV occupants’ conditions.