UPDATE: News Advisory for Tuesday/November 17th--Moved to CSP Academy at 10:30 a.m.
Note: The News Briefing hosted by Colonel Wolfinbarger, Chief of the Colorado State Patrol has been moved to the Colorado State Patrol Academy, same time: 10:30 a.m.Will be held in the parking area outside the Academy front entrance.
The Colorado State Patrol car involved in the crash where two Troopers were seriously injured this past Sunday will be at the site.
Joining Colonel Wolfinbarger in support of this important life and death safety issue, as well as being available for interviews, include:
· Peter Weir/Executive Director Colorado Department of Public Safety
· Ms. Stacey Stegman/Spokeswoman for the Colorado Department of Transportation
· Dave Daley/Battalion Chief for the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority
· Dave Anderson/Division Chief of Training, North Metro Fire Rescue
· John Connolly/President Elect of the Towing & Recovery Professionals of Colorado
· Ms. Emily Tompkins/Executive Director Colorado Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)
As previously stated by Chief Wolfinbarger, "The CSP would appreciate the assistance of the news media to help us deliver this very serious and important messages to Colorado motorists.
This past weekend three CSP Troopers were seriously injured when they were hit by careless drivers.
Colonel Wolfinbarger and other traffic safety officials from CDOT, fire and other emergency services, have a serious message for motorists driving our highways. This is especially important during the coming months when weather conditions can create hazardous situations for drivers.
Where: Colorado State Patrol Academy
15055 South Golden Road
Golden, CO 80401
When: Tuesday/November 17th
10:30 a.m.
Contacts: Sgt. John Hahn, 303.239.4574 or cell 303.961.2935 or Trooper Ryan Sullivan, 303.239.4583
Monday, November 16, 2009
Two Colorado State Troopers Struck and Injured Investigating Crash near Aurora
On November 15, 2009 at approximately 5:10 p.m., two Colorado State Troopers were involved in a serious injury crash on Highway 225 near Parker Road in Arapahoe County.
The troopers were investigating a previous crash on northbound Highway 225. Both troopers were standing on the left shoulder of the roadway. A gold 1998 Ford Explorer lost control on the icy roadway. The Ford Explorer struck the silver 2008 Ford Crown Victoria Patrol Car parked on the left shoulder. The patrol car was pushed into the center concrete median barrier and into both troopers. The Ford Explorer then struck a green 2001 Nissan Pathfinder that was involved in the previous crash.
The Colorado State Troopers have been identified as Trooper Ron Greasley and Trooper Jason Burger. Trooper Greasley a 14 year veteran of the state patrol was transported via ambulance to Aurora South Hospital with serious non-life threatening injuries. Trooper Jason Burger a 1 year veteran of the state patrol sustained moderate injuries.
The driver of the Ford Explorer has been identified as Edilberto Garcia-Castro, age 30 of Aurora, Colo. The passengers were identified as Brenda Marcelo, age 26 and Fernanda Garcia, age 4 both from Aurora, Colo. No injuries were sustained and all were properly restrained in the vehicle.
The driver of the Nissan has been identified as Andrew Chernyak, age 47 of Aurora, Colo. The passenger has been identified as Lesya Chernyak, age 43 of Aurora, Colo. No injuries were sustained and both were properly restrained.
Edilberto Garcia-Castro has been charged with the following:
• Careless Driving causing Injury
• Exceeded Safe Speed for Conditions
• Drove without a Valid Driver’s License
Alcohol or drugs are NOT suspected as contributing factors. The leading contributing factor in this crash was the driver traveling too fast for the road conditions. The road conditions at the time were described as wet and icy.
The Colorado State Patrol would like to remind motorists to slow down and use caution as they drive through inclement conditions and when approaching an accident scene.
This accident came within 48 hours of Trooper Randy White being struck by a pickup while investigating a crash near Fruita, Colorado. Trooper White suffered severe injuries, but thankfully they were also not life-threatening.
With a total of three troopers being hit this weekend, CSP will host a press conference tomorrow morning to highlight the dangers faced not only by our officers, but other public safety and public service officials who work to make our roads safer. The press conference will be held at CSP Headquarters at 10:30am and will involve officials from CSP, fire service/EMS, CDOT and from the towing and recovery community.
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Submitted by:
Trooper Ryan Sullivan
The troopers were investigating a previous crash on northbound Highway 225. Both troopers were standing on the left shoulder of the roadway. A gold 1998 Ford Explorer lost control on the icy roadway. The Ford Explorer struck the silver 2008 Ford Crown Victoria Patrol Car parked on the left shoulder. The patrol car was pushed into the center concrete median barrier and into both troopers. The Ford Explorer then struck a green 2001 Nissan Pathfinder that was involved in the previous crash.
The Colorado State Troopers have been identified as Trooper Ron Greasley and Trooper Jason Burger. Trooper Greasley a 14 year veteran of the state patrol was transported via ambulance to Aurora South Hospital with serious non-life threatening injuries. Trooper Jason Burger a 1 year veteran of the state patrol sustained moderate injuries.
The driver of the Ford Explorer has been identified as Edilberto Garcia-Castro, age 30 of Aurora, Colo. The passengers were identified as Brenda Marcelo, age 26 and Fernanda Garcia, age 4 both from Aurora, Colo. No injuries were sustained and all were properly restrained in the vehicle.
The driver of the Nissan has been identified as Andrew Chernyak, age 47 of Aurora, Colo. The passenger has been identified as Lesya Chernyak, age 43 of Aurora, Colo. No injuries were sustained and both were properly restrained.
Edilberto Garcia-Castro has been charged with the following:
• Careless Driving causing Injury
• Exceeded Safe Speed for Conditions
• Drove without a Valid Driver’s License
Alcohol or drugs are NOT suspected as contributing factors. The leading contributing factor in this crash was the driver traveling too fast for the road conditions. The road conditions at the time were described as wet and icy.
The Colorado State Patrol would like to remind motorists to slow down and use caution as they drive through inclement conditions and when approaching an accident scene.
This accident came within 48 hours of Trooper Randy White being struck by a pickup while investigating a crash near Fruita, Colorado. Trooper White suffered severe injuries, but thankfully they were also not life-threatening.
With a total of three troopers being hit this weekend, CSP will host a press conference tomorrow morning to highlight the dangers faced not only by our officers, but other public safety and public service officials who work to make our roads safer. The press conference will be held at CSP Headquarters at 10:30am and will involve officials from CSP, fire service/EMS, CDOT and from the towing and recovery community.
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Submitted by:
Trooper Ryan Sullivan
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