Cape Coral, FL (September 10, 2021) - A bicyclist was involved in a fatal accident that took place on Friday, September 10th in Cape Coral. The crash took place on NE Pine Island Road.
The Cape Coral Police Department responded to the scene around 8:00 a.m. According to officers, a car and a bicycle were involved in a collision in the eastbound lane. The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not been released at this time. Drivers were asked to avoid the area while the investigation was ongoing. There is no word on any potential charges at this time.
No further details are available.
When we think of serious and fatal accidents, we normally think of cars and other traditional vehicles. However, other types of crashes do occur each day across our state. This includes bicycle crashes. Each year, about 100 people are killed in Florida bicycle accidents and many more are injured. Drivers must always remain alert for the presence of bicyclists on the roadway and should use care and caution at all times in order to avoid a catastrophic accident.
Our most sincere thoughts and condolences go out to the victim's family following this bicycle crash in Cape Coral.
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