Colorado Mourns Sen. Faith Winter After Fatal I-25 Crash

By Marianne Goodland | Colorado Politics

State Sen. Faith Winter, D-Westminster, was killed in a car accident Wednesday evening on Interstate 25.

The accident took place near the intersection of I-25 and Dry Creek Avenue in Centennial, according to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office. Officers were dispatched to the accident around 8 p.m.

Three people were injured and one died. While Arapahoe County would not confirm the identity of the fatality, Senate President James Coleman of Denver told Colorado Politics it was Winter.

In a statement, Coleman and Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez, D-Denver, said they are devastated to learn of Winter’s passing.

“Today, our caucus grieves the loss of a dedicated public servant whose commitment to the people of Colorado never wavered,” they said. “Whether fighting for legislation to support mothers and families, championing groundbreaking transit policy, or simply supporting constituents in moments of need, she brought thoughtfulness, innovation, and humility to every aspect of her work.”

She was “a colleague whose presence brought warmth and an invaluable perspective to the Capitol. We will miss her leadership, her partnership, and her deep commitment to a brighter Colorado,” they added.

Gov. Jared Polis also confirmed Winter’s passing.

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