Aurora, CO (August 1, 2025) — Authorities have issued a summons to a 19-year-old driver following a devastating crash that claimed the life of a 12-year-old boy in Aurora over the weekend.

According to reports, the crash occurred at 10:09 a.m. on Saturday, July 27, along East Iliff Avenue near the Cherry Creek Spillway Crossing. The Aurora Police Department stated that the child was riding an electric scooter and had activated the crosswalk’s red signal, which stops both directions of traffic. As he proceeded through the marked crosswalk, he was struck by a vehicle driven by Christopher Ramirez-Rodriguez of Aurora, who allegedly failed to stop at the red light.

Bystanders rushed to aid the boy until emergency responders arrived. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Investigators say drugs and alcohol do not appear to be factors; however, distracted driving is being considered.

Ramirez-Rodriguez remained on scene and cooperated with the investigation. On Friday, he was issued a summons for careless driving resulting in death. Formal charges will be determined by the 18th Judicial District Attorney’s Office.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

This article is based on official updates released by local authorities and may be amended as more details emerge from the ongoing investigation.

• The name of the 12-year-old victim has not been released in order to respect the privacy of the family and pending full identification procedures.
• Police have stated that distracted driving is being investigated as a possible factor, and further updates will be provided as the case progresses.
• For updates on this investigation or to provide information, community members are encouraged to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers at 720-913-7867.

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