Cyclist hit and killed in Northwest Gainesville, officers investigate

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Officers are investigating a deadly traffic crash involving a cyclist and a vehicle in Northwest Gainesville.

Gainesville Police Department officers say a 27-year-old cyclist was hit on Northwest 16th Avenue, near the Sidney Lanier Center, around 9:30 p.m.

Investigators believe the cyclist was headed west on the south side of 16th Avenue and attempted to cross the roadway mid-block.

The cyclist was struck by the vehicle headed west. The victim was taken to the hospital, where they died.

The driver remained at the scene.

As of this report, the investigation remains active.

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