33-year-old man dies after being hit by two cars while crossing I-76 in Brighton

A 33-year-old man died after being hit by two cars while crossing Interstate 76 at night in Brighton, Colorado, in a pedestrian crash now under investigation.

The collision happened on I-76, a major highway running through the northern Denver metro area, where vehicles travel at high speeds and pedestrians are not expected on the roadway. The man was crossing the interstate when he was struck by two separate cars, according to reports of the crash.

The man, whose identity was not immediately released, died from injuries sustained in the collision. Authorities said the crash remains under investigation as they work to determine how the man came to be on the highway and whether either driver had time to avoid the collision.

Fatal pedestrian crashes on highways often involve multiple factors, including speed, visibility, and limited opportunities for drivers to react. Nighttime conditions can further reduce reaction time, especially on highways without pedestrian lighting or barriers.

Officials have not released information on whether the drivers remained at the scene or whether charges are expected. Investigators are likely reviewing the crash site, vehicle damage, witness statements, and any available traffic camera footage as they piece together the sequence of events.

The crash is part of a broader pattern of pedestrian deaths on highways in Colorado, where people struck while crossing or walking on interstates account for a significant share of traffic fatalities. State transportation officials and police have repeatedly warned that highways are among the most dangerous places for pedestrians.

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact local law enforcement as the investigation continues.