Sarasota, FL (March 17, 2019) - A vehicle and a bicycle were involved in a crash that occurred Saturday, March 16th. The crash happened on Fruitville Road around 10:00 p.m., near its intersection with School Avenue.
There is no word on how the crash took place. Officers reported that the driver remained on the scene following the collision. The bicyclist was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. There is no word on whether the injuries are life-threatening.
Fruitville Road was closed for a period of time while police remained on the scene to investigate. The bicyclist's identity was not released.
No additional details are available at this time.
As of 2018, Florida was the deadliest state in the nation for bicyclists, with 5.7 deaths per million people. Many of our residents and tourists enjoy bicycling as a hobby or for exercise. However, the reality is that a bicyclist can be involved in a very serious crash on less than a moment's notice. Bicyclists must always ride carefully and cautiously and obey all traffic laws when on the roadway.
Each year, many bicycle accidents occur due to the negligence of motorists. If you have been involved in one of these crashes, our Florida bicycle accident attorneys at Rubenstein Law want to help. Since 1988, we have assisted injured Floridians and their families in obtaining the compensation they deserve following a serious accident.
For a free consultation and case evaluation, please call us at 1-800 FL-Legal.
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