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Bicyclist struck, killed when vehicle crossed median into oncoming traffic

A second pedestrian was injured in the crash.
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Posted at 11:15 AM, Feb 07, 2024
and last updated 2024-02-07 11:15:30-05

One person died, and another was injured when a vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic, authorities said.

The fatal crash took place in Manatee County around 8:47 p.m. on Tuesday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. A vehicle was traveling north on 14th Street West when it crossed over a raised curb median into the southbound lanes.

The vehicle collided with a bicyclist before smashing into a utility pole. The 33-year-old victim was pronounced deceased on the scene.

Debris from the crash then hit a second pedestrian. The second victim sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital.

The crash still remains under investigation.