Melbourne, FL (January 8, 2019) - A bicycle crash in Melbourne claimed the life of a 27-year-old man on Tuesday, January 8th. According to reports from the scene, Jason Lenard Vandyne was riding his bike on US 1 near Orange Street just before 1 pm when he was struck by a vehicle.
The driver of the vehicle was identified as 74-year-old William John Cooley. Vandyne was rushed to Holmes Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. Traffic was slowed in both directions near Eau Gaille Boulevard for over an hour while police worked at the scene.
There is no word on how the crash took place. Investigators continue to look into the crash and there is no word on any charges at this time.
Our condolences go out to the family of Jason Lenard Vandyne. Over 100 people were killed in bicycle accidents in Florida in 2017, and while we have no word on the details leading to this crash, we do know that a person tragically lost their life. Further investigation should provide answers into whether this crash was an avoidable tragedy.
A bicycle accident presents complicated legal and factual issues that should only be handled by an experienced Florida personal injury attorney. With decades of experience, the attorneys at Rubenstein Law are well-versed in these cases and can help you when things may seem hopeless. Let us walk you through the difficult times. For a free consultation, call us at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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