High-speed Halloween chase goes through Yuma & Otis - ends in rollover wreck
PRESS RELEASE – Yuma Police Department - PUBLIC NOTICE – REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
On October 31, 2026, a vehicle pursuit was initiated by law enforcement in Wray, Colorado. The pursuit continued westbound on Highway 34 and traveled through the City of Yuma at a high rate of speed.
The Yuma Police Department is asking anyone who may have witnessed the pursuit or has information regarding the incident to please contact the Yuma Police Department at 970-848-5441 or stop by the Police Department at 216 East 3rd Avenue, Yuma, Colorado.
We appreciate the public's assistance and cooperation in helping keep our community safe.
It was Saturday night, October 31st, around 7:35 pm, when a high-speed chase went through the towns of Yuma & Otis, along Highway 34. Reports are that it started in Wray near the Nebraska State line, with Yuma & Washington County authorities involved in the pursuit, along with the Colorado State Patrol. Speeds were in excess of 100 mph. The suspect drove 2 miles west of Otis and turned onto Road PP going north and then onto WCR 43. He went off the roadway and hit a power pole, and the vehicle rolled over. The Washington County Ambulance Service transported the suspect to Sterling Hospital. Authorities announced and alerted the trick-or-treaters to stay home as the chase was approaching town.
