09/02/2026
A teen was injured in a e-moto versus truck collision in Wellington on Wednesday morning.
On September 2, 2026 around 8:40 a.m., LCSO deputies, UCHealth EMS, and Wellington Fire responded to a crash near 3rd Street and Roosevelt Avenue. Based on information gathered at the scene, they learned that a teen on an e-moto (dirtbike-style electric minibike) collided with a Dodge Ram 2500 pickup truck. The teen was transported to an area hospital with moderate injuries. Fortunately, the individual was wearing a helmet and is expected to recover. The pickup truck driver remained on scene.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the crash should contact Wellington Corporal Eric Schultz at 970-498-5551.
We are extremely grateful to community members who called 911 and stopped to assist the teen. We also appreciate the work of first responders who arrived in less than 2 minutes and provided immediate medical care.
Traffic safety is everyone's responsibility. Whether people are driving, walking, or riding, we urge all travelers to abide by traffic laws, follow signs and signals, stay aware of their surroundings, and look out for each other on the road. Deputies actively work to educate, enforce, and promote traffic safety in our community, but we need everyone to play their part!