West Palm Beach, FL (April 29, 2020) - A bicyclist was killed in a crash with a city truck in West Palm Beach on Tuesday, April 29th. The crash happened at the intersection of Wenonah Place and South Olive Avenue.
Police say that the truck made a right turn onto Wenonah Place and collided with the bicyclist. Rescue workers arrived at the scene and attempted life-saving measures, however, they were unsuccessful. There were no other injuries reported in the crash and it is unclear at this time if any charges are expected.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call the West Palm Beach Police Department at 561-822-1900.
A Florida bicycle crash can be a very devastating event for victims and their families. Bicyclists are very vulnerable to being seriously injured or killed when they have been involved in a crash. Each year, about 100 people lose their lives in Florida bicycle accidents and many more are seriously injured.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the victim's family following this fatal bicycle crash in West Palm Beach.
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