POLICE: 55-Year-Old Melbourne Bicyclist Killed After Being Struck by Car on Hibiscus Boulevard

bicyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene

BREVARD COUNTY • MELBOURNE, FLORIDA – A 55-year-old resident of Melbourne was killed Thursday afternoon when the bicycle they were riding was struck by a car at Hibiscus Boulevard and Broadband Drive, according to a Melbourne police spokesperson.

According to police, at approximately 3:12 p.m. on Thursday, December 12, Melbourne police officers responded to Hibiscus Boulevard and Broadband Drive regarding a vehicle vs. bicyclist crash.

“Upon arrival, officers discovered the bicyclist had sustained significant injuries as a result of the crash,” said a Melbourne police spokesperson.

“Due to the injuries, the bicyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene. Initial investigation reveals a red Subaru SUV was traveling west on Hibiscus Blvd approaching Broadband Drive.”

According to police, the bicyclist was riding westbound along Hibiscus Boulevard on the sidewalk.

“The bicyclist then turned south and entered the roadway in front of the Subaru, which caused the vehicle to strike the bicyclist,” said a Melbourne police spokesperson.

“At this time, it does not appear alcohol or drugs were a factor in this crash. The crash is still under investigation.”

The Traffic Enforcement Unit is investigating this crash as a Traffic Homicide Investigation. If you have any information regarding this investigation, please call Traffic Homicide Investigator Officer Costello at 321-608-6731.

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