A suspected drunken driver struck three women in downtown Denver early Sunday morning, leaving one victim in critical condition [1], [2].
The incident highlights the ongoing danger of impaired driving in high-pedestrian urban areas and the severe physical toll such crashes take on victims.
Denver police said the crash occurred in the LoDo, or Lower Downtown, neighborhood [1], [3]. During the incident, the driver hit three pedestrians [1]. One of those victims was dragged half a block by the vehicle [1].
Among those struck was Izabella Gomez [1]. While two of the victims have seen changes in their status, one person remains in critical condition [2].
Authorities said the driver is suspected of being under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash [1], [3]. The family of the victims released a statement on Friday regarding the ongoing situation [1], [2].
Police continue to investigate the specifics of the collision and the driver's state of impairment. The LoDo district is a frequent hub for nightlife and tourism, increasing the density of pedestrians in the area where the vehicle struck the women [1].
“One of those victims was dragged half a block by the vehicle”
This incident underscores the volatility of urban pedestrian zones when impaired drivers enter high-traffic areas. The severity of the injuries—specifically the dragging of a victim for half a block—suggests a high-impact collision that may lead to significant legal charges for the driver under Colorado's DUI and vehicular assault laws.
