Lake Wales, FL (May 7, 2019) - A 59-year-old bicyclist is dead after he was hit by a hit-and-run driver on Monday, May 6th in Polk County. According to a spokesperson from the Polk County Sheriff's Office, the crash took place around 5:00 a.m. at the intersection of Washington Avenue and US-27.
Deputies have identified the deceased bicyclist as Ramond Johnson, of Lake Wales. Johnson was found on the shoulder of the roadway near the sidewalk. He had been struck by a vehicle and thrown from his bike. Following the crash, the vehicle fled the scene and officials are still looking for the driver. Police believe that Johnson was riding westbound when he was hit by the vehicle traveling northbound.
Although police do not have a suspect at this time, part of the incident was captured on video surveillance. Officers are now looking for a full-sized sedan in connection with the crash. No further details have been made available at this time.
Our thoughts go out to the family of Ramond Johnson in this tragic Lake Wales bicycle accident.
In 2015, over 800 bicyclists lost their lives in Florida bicycle accidents. The number has continued to rise every year and Florida now ranks among the top of all states when it comes to injuries and deaths for bicyclists. Several serious and fatal bicycle crashes involve hit-and-run drivers who flee the scene following the accident. Many bicycle accidents will also occur at night, along roadways with poor lighting, where it can be difficult to see a bicyclist.
If you have been injured in a bicycle crash, the Florida bicycle accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law understand what you are going through. We treat each case with care and compassion and we understand that your life has been turned upside down as a result of your injuries. We are here to help in times of need. For your free consultation, please call 1-800 FL-Legal.
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