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Trooper Cody Donahue, an 11-year veteran of the Colorado State Patrol, was struck by a tractor-trailer and killed last month on Interstate 25 just outside of Castle Rock. He was outside of his patrol car and investigating an unrelated crash when the tractor-trailer slammed into him.
Colorado State Patrol
Trooper Cody Donahue, an 11-year veteran of the Colorado State Patrol, was struck by a tractor-trailer and killed last month on Interstate 25 just outside of Castle Rock. He was outside of his patrol car and investigating an unrelated crash when the tractor-trailer slammed into him.

Re: Dec. 2 news story.

Every time I remember Trooper Cody Donahue, which is daily, I become ill with grief and I didn’t even know him. One more excellent officer tragically gone, leaving a young family and a profession that needed him.

Yes, slowing down and moving over a lane are vital, but let me share what my father taught me when I learned to drive. Your car will go where your eyes go — it’s not possible to gawk at an accident or emergency vehicles and keep your vehicle safely away.

I challenge you to go to a deserted area and attempt to drive a straight line while you look off to the side. Don’t be a lookie-loo, keep your eyes on your driving and thank God it’s not you in trouble or needing help.

Pamela Lovato, Aurora

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