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Two Killed as Allegedly Stolen Car Crashes During Aurora Police Pursuit

Police report a pole strike at East Alameda at South Peoria, with the intersection closed for investigation.

Overview

  • The crash was reported just before noon Monday at East Alameda Avenue and South Peoria Street, according to Aurora police.
  • Officers were pursuing the vehicle and say the driver was fleeing at high speed when it attempted a left turn and struck a pole.
  • Both the driver and a passenger in the alleged stolen car died, and the Arapahoe County Coroner will release their identities.
  • Authorities have not said where the vehicle was stolen from or whether the victims died at the scene or at a hospital.
  • The intersection was closed in all directions for an extended period as investigators documented and processed the scene.