Alcohol believed to be a factor in fatal car crash in Pueblo

PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. — The Pueblo County Coroner has identified the man who died after a car crash along State Highway 78 Wednesday night.

According to Colorado State Patrol (CSP), the crash happened around 7:45 p.m. near Rock Creek Road.


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The driver has been identified as Ronald Barry Knudtson, 56, of Pueblo West. He was pronounced dead at the scene by a Coroner Investigator. His next-of-kin is aware.

At last report, CSP said alcohol appeared to be a factor.

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