Highlands Ranch, CO – A tragic collision in Douglas County claimed the life of a pedestrian and his dog on March 16, 2025, when a vehicle veered off the road and struck them on a sidewalk.
Deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) responded to reports of an auto vs. pedestrian crash at approximately 2:54 p.m. near the intersection of Kendrick Castillo Way and Mayberry Drive. Upon arrival, emergency responders pronounced a 31-year-old male dead at the scene.
Authorities say the driver, Cade Kaminski, 19, remained on-site following the crash. Preliminary investigations suggest that Kaminski may have fallen asleep at the wheel, causing his vehicle to drift onto the sidewalk and strike both the victim and his dog. The dog was rushed to a veterinary hospital but later succumbed to its injuries.
Kaminski was taken into custody and transported to the Douglas County Detention Facility, where he faces multiple charges, including:
- Vehicular Homicide (F4)
- Cruelty to Animals (M1)
- Reckless Driving (MT2)
- Weaving
The Douglas County Coroner’s Office will release the victim’s identity following official notification of next of kin.
The Douglas County Traffic Unit is leading the ongoing investigation. Authorities have not disclosed additional details at this time.
