A five-vehicle crash in Centennial, Colorado, killed State Senator Faith Winter on Wednesday evening, making her the only fatality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The collision happened shortly after 6 p.m. on Interstate 25 near E Dry Creek Road and shut down the highway for hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Three others were injured, though officials released no details as the investigation continues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Colorado Senate leaders expressed \u201cdeep grief,\u201d calling Winter \u201ca dedicated public servant whose commitment to Colorado neDem Senator Killed In Motorver wavered.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Winter, 45, began her career in the state House in 2014 and won a Senate seat in 2018, later representing the 25th District.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the time of her death, she served as assistant Senate majority leader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Known for advocating transportation, environmental issues, and working families,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Winter was remembered by Governor Jared Polis as a \u201cfierce advocate,\u201d with Secretary of State Jena Griswold saying she leaves a \u201clasting legacy.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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