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Body Found on Highway 50 Near Starr Nelson Road in Delta County - CSP Investigating Fatal Hit-and-Run
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Description: Highway 50 closed for several hours as troopers search for additional vehicle involved in early morning crash... The Colorado State Patrol Released the Following Preliminary Incident Statement on July 6, 2025...
Body Found Along Highway 50 Near Starr Nelson Road
Roadway expected to be closed for approximately 4-5 hours
(DELTA COUNTY, COLO)- At approximately 5:06 a.m. this morning, the Colorado State Patrol responded to a report of a body found on the side of Highway 50 near Starr Nelson Road. The initial call came from a driver who contacted Mesa County Dispatching, stating they believed they may have struck someone.
Further investigation revealed that the pedestrian was struck in the middle of the left lane on Highway 50 and had been hit by multiple vehicles. Two drivers have come forward and are cooperating with investigators. Based on evidence collected at the scene, an additional suspect vehicle may be involved.
Westbound Highway 50 is closed near Starr Nelson Road while investigators process the scene. The closure is expected to last until approximately 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. Drivers are urged to seek alternate routes and plan for extended delays.
The Colorado State Patrol Vehicular Crimes Unit is leading the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to call the Colorado State Patrol Dispatch Center at 970-249-4392 and reference case number 5C250787. Please be prepared to leave your contact information for a return call from the assigned crash investigator.
