Cyclist killed, driver cited for going too fast - Cycling Mob: Road Cycling, Mountain Biking and More

10-10-2004, 03:46 PM

This is the latest article concerning a female cyclist that was struck
and killed by a 17 year old driver. Her riding partner was also hit
but survived. The article doesn't specifically say so, but I believe
they were on a tandem. The cyclist leaves behind a husband and 16
month old child.

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The driver was determined to be travelling too fast for conditions
(directly into a setting sun). He was apparently exceeding the speed
limit by at least 20%.

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This was the 2nd cyclist killed this year in the county. The other
was probably hit by a drunk illegal alien (a warrant was issued for
the suspect, but he most likely fled the country). That cyclist is
survived by a wife and 3 children.

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Be careful out there.