Eugene Lee Walter dies in fatal Greeley car crash

Eugene Lee Walter dies in fatal Greeley car crash

Fatal Greeley car crash death of Eugene Lee Walter – Obituary

Eugene Lee Walter, identified by the Weld County Coroner’s Office, lost his life Wednesday afternoon in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of 20th Street and 35th Avenue in Greeley, Colorado. He was 79 years old.

Walter was behind the wheel of a Mini Cooper when it was struck head-on by a pickup truck driven by a 16-year-old from Greeley. The incident occurred as Walter attempted to turn left onto 20th Street from 35th Avenue. According to the police report, both drivers ran a red light before the vehicles collided.

While Walter tragically died at the scene, the teenage driver sustained only minor injuries. Greeley authorities stated that they plan to file charges against the teen in connection with the crash.

Walter’s obituary pays tribute to his lasting impact, describing his love and memory as a guiding light for his loved ones.

Anyone with information about the accident is encouraged to reach out to Officer Doug Medhurst at the Greeley Police Department.