Florida Personal Injury Lawyers Blog
WILDWOOD, FL – Police said a collision in Sumter County last week left a bicycle rider dead, the Villages-News reports.
The incident happened Sept. 10 in the vicinity of U.S. Highway 301 and County Road 471 in Wildwood. According to the Wildwood Police Department, a man was riding an e-bicycle at about 11 a.m. and was in the intersection when he he collided with a semi-truck.
The e-bike rider, a 32-year-old man from Wildwood, died at the scene. His identity was not released.
When a cyclist is involved in an accident in Sumter County, 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, the Sumter County bicycle accident attorneys at Whittel & Melton can help. We can be reached by phone at 866-608-5529 or through our online contact form.