Joshua Tapia Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Colorado 52 [Fort Lupton, CO]

Adams County Deputy Joshua Tapia Fatally Struck in Fort Lupton Pedestrian Accident

 
FORT LUPTON, CO (October 30, 2024) — Adams County deputy and retired firefighter, Joshua Tapia, died in an accident on Tuesday, October 8.
 
Fort Lupton Police said the accident occurred on Colorado 52 near South Purman Avenue at around 9:27 p.m.
 
Reports said Tapia was walking in the area when a vehicle struck him. The driver of the car stopped, checked on Tapia, and called the authorities.
 
Paramedics arrived and then transported Tapia to a hospital, where he died from sustained injuries.
 
In a memorial post, the Adams County Sheriff’s Office said that Deputy Tapia devoted over 25 years of service. He was also a member of Rampart Search and Rescue — an organization that helps missing and stranded people in Adams and Lincoln counties. Lastly, Tapia was also a retired firefighter from the Fort Lupton Fire Protection District.
 
Fort Lupton police handles the ongoing investigation of the incident. They urge anyone with information or someone who has footage to call investigators at 720-466-6151.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Joshua Tapia during this difficult time.

Alpha Accident Lawyers is your ally during a wrongful death accident case. With a success rate of over 99%, our dedicated team has recovered millions for clients. We work on a contingency basis. You pay us nothing unless we win your case. We will guide you with every step of the process of your pursuit of justice and maximum settlement. Call us now at 800-544-2696. We can also help you request a police report if you are a family member of the victim involved in this accident.