New Smyrna Beach, FL (September 24, 2018) - A bicyclist died following a crash in New Smyrna Beach. The collision on Sunday, September 23rd around 4:35 am.
The New Smyrna Beach Police responded to the accident scene on SR 44, near Sugar Mill Drive. Upon arrival, they discovered that the bicyclist involved had suffered critical injuries. Ultimately, the bicyclist succumbed to their injuries. No information on the bicyclist was immediately released, and they have not been identified at this time.
Police have also not identified the vehicle involved in the crash nor have the said how the crash occurred.
The eastbound lanes of the roadway were closed for an extended period while the investigation into the crash remained active. No further information is available.
Riding a bicycle can be a very hazardous activity. Almost 10,000 pedestrians were injured in accident crashes last year, and bicyclists are very vulnerable to suffering death or serious injury if they are involved in a vehicle crash. When a bicyclist is hurt in a crash with a vehicle, police must closely examine the scene to determine the exact sequence of the accident. Once the investigation is complete, a determination will be made as to negligence and, ultimately, responsibility, for the crash.
At Rubenstein Law, our experienced Florida bicycle accident attorneys can help when you have been hurt in a crash that was not your fault. To get started, call us at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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