BRIGHTON, Colo. — Brighton investigators believe an 18-year-old was driving under the influence when he was involved in a crash that seriously injured another driver Sunday.

The crash happened just after 6:15 p.m. near US Highway 85 and East 168th Avenue.

According to the Brighton Police Department, a black Cadillac that was heading southbound on Highway 85 attempted to make a turn onto E. 168th when it turned in front of oncoming traffic, colliding with a silver Ford. The Cadillac had been "driving recklessly" shortly before the crash, according to Brighton police.

Brighton PD said officers noted signs of intoxication from the driver of the Cadillac, who was identified as 18-year-old Victor Contreras Zavala.

The driver of the Ford sustained serious injuries in the crash, according to

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