Ocala, FL (March 8, 2021) - Police in Ocala responded to the scene of a fatal crash between a car and a bicycle on Sunday night. The incident happened just before 8:00 p.m. on U.S. Highway 441 near Northwest 95th Street.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol and the Marion County Fire Rescue, the crash took place in the southbound lanes of the roadway. The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the accident. The identity of the bicyclist is not available at this time. There is no word on the events leading up to the accident. FHP is still investigating the collision at this time.

No further information is available.

Florida is home to many people who enjoy riding bicycles. With an accomodating climate, bicyclists enjoy getting out and riding their bikes at any chance they get. Riding a bicycle, however, comes with very clear risks. In 2018, there were over 6,500 reported bicycle accidents in Florida. 148 of these accidents resulted in death and over 6,100 injuries were reported. Many of the injured victims were seriously hurt and required hospitalization. Each Florida bicycle accident is unique and must be closely investigated. It is often the case that these crashes are caused by reckless and negligent drivers who are not paying attention to their surroundings.

Our thoughts are with the victim's family following this fatal bicycle crash in Ocala.

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