Two Killed In Wrong-Way Accident On I-25
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Updated: 1:44 PM Feb 19, 2008
Two Killed In Wrong-Way Accident On I-25
A deadly accident on I-25 and South Academy left the northbound lanes of I-25 closed between South Academy and Circle for several hours Tuesday morning.
Posted: 7:33 AM Feb 19, 2008
Reporter: Leslie Fichera
Email Address: news@kktv11news.com
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A deadly accident on I-25 and South Academy left the northbound lanes of I-25 closed between South Academy and Circle for several hours Tuesday morning.

The accident happened around 12:30 a.m. Police say 25-year-old Matthew Sims was driving on the wrong side of the interstate when he hit another car head-on.

The other vehicle was driven by Sylvia Hinklin, 64, of Cotopaxi. Both Hinklin and Sims, of Widefield, were killed in the crash. A small dog being driven in Hinklin's car was also killed.

An officer who attempted to approach Sim's car before the crash says the car accelerated to 90 mph upon his approach. Police say that speed was a definite factor. It is unknown whether alcohol also played a role.

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Posted by: Gino Villarreal Location: Colorado on Jul 25, 2008 at 09:58 PM

I have known Matt Sims since I went to CSDB in fall of 1988. He was a sweet guy I've ever known. I will never forget the fun memories I have with him. I will always remember him in my heart and forever. I will always miss him.
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Posted by: Amanda Jurasin Location: Fort Belvoir, VA Formally from Colorado Springs, Colorado on May 2, 2008 at 10:40 PM

Many prayers to the families of the lost, I have known Matt Sims for many many years, grew up in the same town, and same church. Many prayers out to the Sims Family... from The Jurasin Family.
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