Tragic Highway 119 Crash Revisited | Colorado Springs News

A tragic crash on Highway 119 claims the life of an 85-year-old cyclist struck by an SUV just before 8 AM near 83rd Street. The driver stayed at the scene and is cooperating with authorities, while the highway briefly shut down—now reopened with caution urged for drivers. This heartbreaking event echoes a past tragedy: the death of 17-year-old Magnus White, a rising cycling star, three years ago, which spurred the passage of “Magnus’ Law.” Now in effect, the law requires officers to offer voluntary breath tests after fatal or serious injury crashes—even if results aren’t admissible in court—to help gather critical data. Investigators from the Colorado State Patrol’s vehicular crimes unit are still working the case; witnesses are encouraged to contact CSP metro dispatch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0772bd0f5802e21c