Bicyclist

Clarification and Safety Tips Issued After Bicyclist Struck by SUV in Viral Video Incident

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Statesboro, GA – A recent bicycle collision involving an SUV highlights the critical need for adherence to traffic laws by cyclists and motorists alike. The incident, captured on security footage and widely shared on social media, took place on Monday morning at the busy intersection of Chandler Road and Olympic Boulevard. Mike Broadhead, Police Chief of Statesboro, addressed the public regarding the specifics of the accident, which occurred at approximately 9:30 a.m. The footage reveals that the female cyclist was riding on the sidewalk when she veered into the path of a white SUV, resulting … Read more

Bicyclist Hospitalized After Collision with Vehicle at Marconi and Walnut Intersection in Carmichael

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CARMICHAEL, CA — A collision involving a bicycle and a vehicle at the intersection of Marconi Avenue and Walnut Avenue in Carmichael left one person injured on Thursday afternoon. The incident, which occurred at approximately 1:34 p.m., quickly drew the attention of local law enforcement and emergency responders. According to the California Highway Patrol, the details of what led to the accident are still under investigation. The injured party, who has not been identified, was riding their bicycle when the crash happened. Local authorities responded to the scene to assess the situation and provide necessary … Read more

$29 Million Awarded to Bicyclist in Suburban PA Following Collision with Truck

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Philadelphia, PA — In a significant legal decision, a suburban Pennsylvania jury awarded a $29 million verdict to a bicyclist who was seriously injured after being struck by a commercial truck. This ruling underscores the latent risks cyclists face and the responsibilities of motor vehicle drivers on shared roads. The incident, which occurred two years ago, involved Emma Thompson, a 34-year-old cycling enthusiast and graphic designer from Bryn Mawr. Thompson was riding in a designated bike lane when she was hit by a large delivery truck making a right turn. The collision left her with … Read more

Widow of Bicyclist Killed in Miami-Dade Crash Speaks Out After Multi-Million Dollar Jury Verdict

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MIAMI (AP) – Miami-Dade Police has been ordered to pay a multi-million dollar jury verdict following a fatal crash involving a bicyclist. The widow of the man killed nearly three years ago spoke exclusively with CBS News Miami about the decision. Jeishy Zerpa, the widow of Juan Carlos Martinez, recounted the pain she continues to experience. “When I wake up on Saturdays, around the same time, I look at the clock and say this is when my life changed,” Zerpa said tearfully. Martinez was killed on the morning of February 27, 2021, when a Miami-Dade … Read more