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Young Woman's Tragic Death After Canal Crash Ruled Accidental
9 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Kaylee Russell's death was ruled accidental due to blunt force and cold exposure.
- She died on November 30th after crashing into a canal near Timnath.
- Russell was found deceased in her overturned car on December 4th.
The autopsy for Kaylee Russell, a 20-year-old from Evans, has concluded, with the Larimer County Coroner's Office ruling her death accidental. Russell's vehicle was discovered overturned in a canal on Larimer County Road 1 near Timnath. The investigation revealed her passing was a result of combined blunt force trauma and cold exposure.
Authorities believe Russell died on November 30th, the day she was last seen. She had been traveling from Loveland to Pierce but never arrived at her destination. Her car was located submerged in the canal four days later, on the afternoon of December 4th, concluding an extensive search.
Russell was remembered for her strong work ethic and maturity. She was a recent graduate of Highland High School and had worked at Ault Pizza Plus for several years, where she was described as a reliable leader and a friend to her colleagues.
