Fatal Semi Crash Closes Larimer County Road 72 Near Highway 287, Hazmat Responds to Fuel Leak

Description: A fatal semi-truck crash involving a fuel tanker has closed Larimer County Road 72 near Highway 287. Colorado State Patrol and Hazmat crews are on scene with no estimated reopening time. Read the Full Incident Report from the Colorado State Patrol...

Fatal Crash Closes West Larimer County Road 72

Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes

(Larimer County, COLO) – On March 24, 2026, at about 3:52 a.m., the Colorado State Patrol responded to the area of Larimer County Road 72, just east of Highway 287, for a report of a single-vehicle semi crash.

The initial investigation shows a semi hauling a tanker with fuel rolled off the side of the road. Colorado State Patrol Hazmat units responded to the crash for a leak on the tanker.

West Larimer County Road 72 was closed for investigation. Currently, there is no time frame for reopening the road.

The Colorado State Patrol is the lead investigating agency. If you witnessed this crash and have not spoken to investigators, please contact Colorado State Patrol dispatch at (303) 239-4501 and reference 3C260413.

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