Fort Collins Police Services has concluded its investigation into the fatal vehicle crash that occurred on Saturday, August 29th, 2026, in the 100 block of West Mountain Avenue. The driver of the Chevrolet pickup truck, identified as 88-year-old Van Lemaster of Cheyenne, Wyoming, was booked into the Larimer County Jail on Friday, October 16th, 2026.
The collision took place in downtown Fort Collins near the end of Tour de Fat, which victims attended earlier that day. Joshua Robert Douglass, 33, of Denver, was killed in the crash. His partner, Karen Manley, was among those injured and hospitalized. A community fundraiser established to help cover her medical care, recovery expenses, and living costs remains active on GoFundMe.
According to police, investigators ruled out impairment as a factor. Following the conclusion of the investigation, the Larimer County District Attorney’s Office accepted charges against Lemaster for vehicular homicide, vehicular assault, and reckless endangerment.
At the time of publication, Lemaster remains in custody at the Larimer County Jail. Records show his bond status as bondable under a $75,000 cash/surety bond.
He is due in court today, Friday, October 16th, for a hearing on advisement. Scheduled court proceedings in Larimer County District Court (Case No. 2026CR1390) include:
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Friday, October 16th, 2026 (Today)
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Time: 1:30 p.m. (1 hour)
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Hearing Type: Hearing on Advisement
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Appearance: Virtual (Courtroom 1A)
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Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
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Time: 8:30 a.m. (1 hour)
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Hearing Type: First Appearance
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Appearance: In Person (Courtroom 4B, Larimer County Justice Center)
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Fort Collins Police Services Press Release
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