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Sebastian, FL - Bicyclist Killed in Crash on US 1

By: FL Accident News Blog as Blog Post

Sebastian, FL (June 26, 2020) - An individual was killed in a bicycle crash in Sebastian on Friday, June 26th. The crash took place on US 1.

The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the accident scene. According to troopers, the bicyclist was killed after being struck by a PT Cruiser. The identity of the bicyclist has not been revealed. There were no other injuries reported in the accident and no information on the events that led to the crash. The collision closed both lanes of US 1 for several hours as police investigated at the scene.

An investigation is ongoing and it is not clear whether any charges are expected.

Bicycling is an activity enjoyed by many Floridians and it is also a good way to get exercise. However, riding a bicycle is not without risks. Each year, approximately 100 people are killed in Florida bicycle accidents across the state. Motorists may fail to see the bicyclist or can otherwise cause an accident due to some type of negligence. These crashes can be devastating and can result in catastrophic outcomes.

Our condolences are with the victim's family after this bicycle accident in Sebastian. 

Rubenstein Law is dedicated to serving individuals & families injured by the negligence of others. We know first-hand the carnage and heartbreak that can be left behind for our clients and the public at large after a serious accident. In our news blog, we write about cases of personal injury relevant to our line of work, and we report on news of judgments and appellate cases that affect the rights of personal injury claimants. We feel a responsibility to raise awareness of the injury and tragic loss of life occurring across our state every day.

Note: These posts are created using publicly available and secondary sources. As such, the information has not been independently verified. If you see any information that should be corrected, please bring it to our attention and we will make the necessary adjustments. 

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