Rider Killed in Fresno Bicycle Crash near Audubon Drive and Friant Road
Fresno, California (January 12, 2022) – A bicycle rider was struck and killed by a vehicle in Fresno on Wednesday afternoon, according to the Fresno Police Department.
The incident took place in the area of Audubon Drive and Friant Road at around 1:30 p.m.
Police said a man was riding a recumbent-style bicycle when he was struck by a truck making a turn from southbound Friant Road onto westbound Audubon Drive.
Man Killed in Fresno Bicycle Accident near Audubon Drive and Friant Road
The bicyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene. His name was not immediately released but police said he was in his 50s.
It's unclear whether alcohol or drugs were involved in the incident.
The cause of the crash is under investigation.