Woman Sentenced to 6 Years in Prison in Fatal Littleton DUI Crash That Killed 64-Year-Old

A woman has been sentenced to six years in prison following a deadly crash in Jefferson County that claimed the life of a 64-year-old Littleton resident earlier this year. The sentencing follows guilty pleas connected to a February 20, 2025, collision on Highway 93 that authorities say involved impaired driving and excessive speed.

Crash

The fatal crash occurred at approximately 6 a.m. on Highway 93 in unincorporated Jefferson County. According to investigators, Sage Valentine was driving a Toyota 4Runner when she crossed into oncoming traffic at around 60 mph.

Her vehicle struck two other cars before colliding head-on with a vehicle driven by 64-year-old Cynthia “Cindy” Myers of Littleton. Myers died at the scene from her injuries.

Authorities described the roadway conditions and sequence of events as part of a multi-vehicle chain reaction that unfolded in the early morning hours.

Victim

The victim, Cynthia “Cindy” Myers, was a 64-year-old resident of Littleton. Her death prompted emotional statements in court from family members who described the long-term impact of the loss.

Her husband, Greg Myers, told the court that her death permanently altered their family’s future after decades together. Family members also spoke about the effects on grandchildren and the lasting absence created by the crash.

Investigation

Investigators determined that Valentine had consumed alcohol the night before the crash and had not slept prior to driving that morning. A toxicology report indicated her blood alcohol content ranged between 0.095 and 0.143 at the time of the collision, which is above the legal limit in Colorado.

Authorities also presented digital evidence indicating that Valentine acknowledged impairment before choosing to drive. Prosecutors said she repeatedly expressed confidence that she could drive safely despite those concerns.

Charges

Valentine was charged in July 2025 with multiple offenses, including vehicular homicide (DUI), vehicular homicide (reckless driving), DUI, and driving without insurance.

She later pleaded guilty to all charges except DUI in March of this year. The case proceeded to sentencing in the First Judicial District Court.

Sentencing

On Monday, First Judicial District Judge Andrew Poland sentenced Sage Valentine to six years in the Colorado Department of Corrections.

The prosecution had argued for a 10-year sentence, while the maximum possible sentence in the case was 12 years. The court ultimately imposed a lower term following the guilty pleas and case record.

During proceedings, prosecutors emphasized evidence suggesting impaired decision-making prior to the crash, while the defense and sentencing considerations were reviewed by the court before final judgment.

Court

Family members of the victim addressed the court during sentencing, describing the emotional toll of the loss. Statements highlighted the impact on children and grandchildren, and the absence created by Myers’ death.

Deputy District Attorney Conrad Glover argued that the crash was the result of a preventable decision to drive while impaired, referencing evidence recovered during the investigation.

The court noted the severity of the crash, including the multi-vehicle impact and fatal outcome, in determining the sentence.

Context

Vehicular homicide cases involving alcohol impairment are among the most serious traffic-related offenses in Colorado, often resulting in multi-year prison sentences depending on aggravating factors and prior conduct.

In this case, investigators cited a combination of alcohol use, lack of sleep, and unsafe driving speed as contributing factors to the crash sequence.

The sentencing concludes the criminal proceedings at the district court level, though the case remains part of broader discussions around impaired driving enforcement and roadway safety in Colorado.

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