AURORA, Colo. — The Aurora Police Department is searching for the driver who crashed into two people waiting at a bus stop Tuesday evening then ran off.
The crash happened around 7:35 p.m. at a bus stop located at East Colfax Avenue and North Moline Street.
The two victims were pinned between the vehicle and the bus stop shelter, according to Aurora Fire Rescue. Members of the Technical Rescue Team responded to the scene.
One person was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, according to Aurora police.
Two people pinned between a vehicle and a bust stop shelter tonight following a crash.
Members of our Technical Rescue Team responded to extricate – one was transported to the hospital.
Pls avoid area so that first responders can complete their work. Road closures: @AuroraPD. pic.twitter.com/oAi0Aj9reC
— Aurora Fire Rescue (@AuroraFireDpt) January 25, 2023
The driver ran off after the crash and has not been located.
Westbound Colfax is closed at Macon. It is unknown when the roadway will reopen.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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