Cycling

Beloved Cyclist and Advocate Ken Rosskopf Dies in Tragic Intersection Crash, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Passion for Cycling

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Decatur, Georgia — An avid cyclist, Ken Rosskopf, suffered grave injuries in a collision with a truck while riding his bicycle home. The incident occurred at the intersection of Clairemont Avenue and Ponce de Leon Place, leaving his family in shock as they rushed to the scene. Initially, Rosskopf appeared to be alert and able to converse with his wife, Linda, who was among the first to reach him at the accident site. However, his condition deteriorated rapidly. By the time his other family members arrived at Grady Memorial Hospital, he had lost the ability … Read more

$10.5 Million Verdict for Husband of Teacher Killed in Arlington Heights Cycling Tragedy

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CHICAGO — In a significant legal ruling, a Cook County jury awarded $10.5 million on Thursday to the husband of a kindergarten teacher from Arlington Heights who tragically lost her life in a road accident involving a dump truck last year. Sylwia Jarosz, 45, was fatally struck while riding her bicycle on her way to work. The incident occurred early morning on September 29, 2022, near the intersection of Wilke Road and Lake-Cook Road. On that fateful day, Jarosz was halted at a traffic light, awaiting a green signal. According to a report by her … Read more

Forest Hill Cycling Shop Abruptly Closes, Customers Left Stranded and Lawsuit Looms

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RICHMOND, Va. – A popular cycling shop in Forest Hill, Coqui Cyclery, has abruptly closed its doors, leaving customers in the dark about the status of their bikes and orders. The store, located at 3416 Semmes Ave, has been unresponsive to customer inquiries and has ceased all communication. Adding to the complications, the bike shop is facing a lawsuit from Giant Bicycles USA, a California-based bike-maker, alleging unpaid goods totaling nearly $150,000. The future of Coqui Cyclery remains uncertain, as it is unclear if the store will reopen. Customers have taken to social media platforms … Read more