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Late-Night Head-On Crash on MLK Bypass in Colorado Springs Leaves One Dead

Police reopened the roadway by early morning during an active investigation.

Overview

  • Colorado Springs police received multiple calls about the collision around 11:35 p.m. on Sept. 28 near the MLK Bypass just east of Circle Drive.
  • Officers found two vehicles involved with both drivers identified as adult males.
  • One driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and the other was hospitalized in serious but stable condition.
  • Investigators have not determined whether speed or impairment contributed to the crash.
  • Westbound lanes were closed for several hours for on-scene work, and all lanes reopened by 5:40 a.m. Monday.