Medina Alert Issued After Denver Hit-and-Run
Authorities are searching for a blue 2010 Toyota Prius that struck a pedestrian on Tuesday evening.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Accidents
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation issued a Medina Alert following a hit-and-run collision in Denver that injured a pedestrian. The suspect vehicle, a blue 2010 Toyota Prius, fled the scene after the crash occurred on Tuesday evening.
Why it matters
A Medina Alert is a critical tool used to enlist the public's assistance in locating vehicles involved in hit-and-run incidents where serious bodily injury or death has occurred. Timely tips from the community are essential for law enforcement to track the vehicle and advance the ongoing investigation.
The vehicle is a blue 2010 Toyota Prius with Colorado license plate AANP17 and taxi decals featuring the number 5280. Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Denver police at 720-913-2000.
The players
Colorado Bureau of Investigation
This state agency provides criminal justice services and investigative support to law enforcement throughout Colorado.
Denver Police Department
The local agency is responsible for law enforcement and emergency response services within the city of Denver.
The details
The collision took place at approximately 6:25 p.m. as the vehicle traveled north on Speer Boulevard from West 14th Avenue. The suspect vehicle sustained moderate damage to its front driver-side bumper and hood during the impact.
Timeline
The collision occurred on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at approximately 6:25 p.m.
Legal Context
The use of the Medina Alert reflects a broader effort by state authorities to utilize public-facing broadcast systems to track suspects in traffic-related crimes. This deployment follows the standard legal precedent for public safety notifications when immediate identification of a fleeing suspect is necessary.
Residents in the Denver area should be on the lookout for a blue 2010 Toyota Prius matching the provided license plate and decal description. Reporting any sightings to the provided police contact number helps expedite the investigation and improve public safety.
The takeaway
Vehicle damage like a dented bumper or hood on a taxi-decaled Prius may be a sign of involvement in this collision. Residents should contact authorities rather than approaching the vehicle if they spot a match.
Further reading
For more information on similar incidents in the area, visit the Denver Accidents section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX31 Denver KDVR.
