For listeners in Colorado Springs, here is a digest of criminal incidents and significant activity reported in the past week. On July 5, around 2:30 a.m., near South Circle Drive over Hancock Expressway, police responded to a serious crash involving two vehicles. A pickup truck, carrying two unrestrained passengers in the bed, was rear-ended. Both passengers were ejected; tragically, 20-year-old Fernando Gallardo-Franco died on scene, while 19-year-old Jorge Cruz later died at the hospital. Officers arrested 20-year-old Chase Chason at the scene for alleged DUI and vehicular homicide. Colorado Springs Police confirm these as the city’s 24th and 25th traffic fatalities this year and note charges have been filed. According to the Colorado Springs Police Department, this investigation is ongoing.
On July 13, at approximately 4:25 a.m., the Major Crash Team responded to South Powers Boulevard and Fountain Boulevard after a high-speed collision between a Nissan Rogue, which was southbound and exceeding the speed limit, and a northbound Lexus making a left turn. The Nissan rolled after impact. Two fatalities occurred at the scene: an identified 18-year-old, Bryan Jaramillo, as well as a 17-year-old female whose identity is protected due to her age. Two others suffered life-threatening injuries, and another sustained serious injuries. The investigation continues by CSPD Major Crash Team.
On July 24, patrol units and sheriff’s deputies responded to a disturbance and shots fired near a gas station along South Highway 85/87 in unincorporated El Paso County. Multiple shell casings were found and property damage to the station was observed. A victim was located with non-life-threatening injuries. Law enforcement searched for the suspect with assistance from the Tactical Enforcement Unit and Violent Fugitive Apprehension Team. The next day, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office arrested 23-year-old Miguel Mayo for alleged menacing and reckless endangerment. Mayo was released on bond and the investigation remains active. Authorities encourage anyone with information on this case to contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 719-520-7777. Law enforcement sought public assistance during the search for Mayo and are still gathering details.
Reviewing fatal traffic incidents between July 5 and July 13, a total of six traffic-related deaths were reported in the Colorado Springs area. All victims were under the age of 25, highlighting a tragic pattern of fatal crashes among young people.
No additional active alerts for serious felonies, missing persons, or citywide crime spikes have been reported during the last seven days.
For tips on any open crime investigations, listeners can contact the Colorado Springs Police Department at 719-444-7000 or the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Tip Line at 719-520-7777. Any emergencies should be reported to 911.
There is a concerning trend of fatal traffic collisions involving young drivers and passengers, particularly late at night and in early morning hours, as well as continued occurrences of DUI-related crashes.
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