ATV rider’s arm severed in Colorado accident, impaired driving suspected

Three people, including a 14-month-old baby, were involved in a serious ATV accident in Windsor on Monday, according to a news release from the Windsor Police Department (WPD).

The accident occurred at about 7:35 p.m. in the 1900 block of Blossom Grove Court.

According to the release, a 2018 Polaris RZR ATV flipped onto its side when the driver attempted to turn around in a cul-de-sac.

One of the passengers, a 35-year-old man, sustained serious injuries including a severed arm. The 14-month-old sustained minor injuries as a result of the crash.

The ATV driver has since been identified as Antonio Arellano-Hernandez, 28, and has been charged with Vehicular Assault, a DUI, and Reckless Driving.

Anyone with information on this accident is asked to contact police at 970-674-6400.

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