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HERNANDO COUNTY, FL – One person was killed and another injured when an SUV collided with an electric bicycle in Hernando County on Saturday night, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
WTVT reports the rider of the e-bike was headed south on the Nature Coast Trail shortly after 8:30 p.m. and did not stop at a stop sign near the intersection with Highfield Road. The bike was then struck at the trail crossing by a westbound Chevrolet Trailblazer.
The bike rider, a 42-year-old Brooksville man, was pronounced dead after being taken to an area hospital. A woman who was on the bike was hospitalized with serious injuries.
The Chevy driver, a 21-year-old Inverness man, was not injured.
When a cyclist is involved in an accident, it’s essential that they understand their rights, the laws governing bicycle safety, and their options for pursuing compensation. If you or a loved one has been the victim of a bicycle accident in Hernando County, the Hernando County bicycle accident attorneys at Whittel & Melton can assist you. We have helped many accident victims get the money they deserve. Contact us today at 866-608-5529 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation.