Traffic & Transit
Santa Rosa Bicyclist In Critical Condition
Police are looking for a hit-and-run driver who struck the bicyclist.
SANTA ROSA, CA — A bicyclist is in critical condition in a North Bay hospital Friday night after he was struck by a vehicle in Santa Rosa.
Officers responded to the scene when they received the call shortly after 11 a.m. Friday.
The bicyclist, who was not carrying any identification, was hit by a white Toyota Camry, according to a witness. The driver, a Santa Rosa resident, remained at the scene.
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The victim, an adult male, is suffering from life-threatening injuries.
Investigators are continuing to work in identifying him.
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Meantime, as the investigation continues, it has been determined that the vehicle was heading westbound on Hearn Avenue approaching the SMART Train railroad tracks when the bicyclist entered the roadway from a walking path.
Officers are looking for witnesses who may have information to assist the investigation. Anyone with information is asked contact Ofc. Howard at (707) 543-8541.
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