Man Dies After Collision on Creek Path

BOULDER, Colo. – The Boulder Police Department is investigating a collision between a cyclist and a pedestrian that occurred on the city’s Creek Path this weekend.

At approximately 1:15 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, Boulder Police were called to the intersection of the Creek Path and Foothills Bikeway for a report of a collision between a cyclist and a runner. It appears that the pair saw each other and though they tried to avoid each other, they collided and both individuals struck their head on the cement as they fell.

The 34-year-old male cyclist, who was wearing a helmet, was uninjured. The 73-year-old runner was taken to the hospital in critical condition. He died of injuries on Tuesday, Nov. 26. The Coroner’s Office has identified the man as Richard E. Poley of Boulder.

The Boulder Police Department does not suspect alcohol or drug impairment in this tragic crash, which appears to have been unintentional.

Boulder Police Traffic officers consulted with the District Attorney’s Office and no charges will be filed in this incident.

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