04-07-2025
Highway 85 in southern Colorado closed after deadly shooting and patrol vehicle crash
A portion of Highway 85 in southern Colorado has been closed after a deadly shooting and crash that happened overnight. According to CBS affiliate KKTV in Colorado Springs, El Paso County Sheriff's deputies received a call about a robbery around 10:45 p.m. Thursday.
When deputies arrived, they said they found two people dead with apparent gunshot wounds.
Deputies said they are searching for a person of interest in connection with the shootings.
While investigating the shootings, deputies said a suspected drunk driver crashed into a patrol vehicle. A deputy was treated on scene for minor injuries, according to the sheriff's office.
The Colorado State Patrol is investigating that crash and said drivers could expect that portion of the highway near Man Street to be closed for several hours.
