According to Colorado Parks and Wildlife, a mountain lion was struck and killed by a motorist on I-25 at some point during the early morning hours of October 23.

The collision took place near Tomah Road, with the mountain lion being a male that appeared to be about three to four years in age. Officials removed the carcass.

Tomah Road is located between Larkspur and Castle Rock, around Mile Marker 175. This is about 10 miles north of where the much talked about Greenland Wildlife Overpass is being constructed, with the estimated timeline indicating that will be open at some point in December 2025.

Described as the ‘world’s largest’ wildlife bridge, the purpose of the bridge is to allow animals with a safer means of crossing the six lanes of interstate traffic in the area. There are also five underpasses in the area that already serve the same purpose, though having different options for different species is more ideal. While the overpass is meant to cater to elk and pronghorn, which are species that prefer road crossings that allow for an open line of sight, moose, bear, mountain lions, deer, and smaller animals are expected to use the crossing, as well, per reporting from the Denver Gazette.