incident happened on US-1, just north of Knox McRae Drive
Titusville Police arrested a 52-year-old man following a serious crash involving a vehicle and a juvenile bicyclist Tuesday night.
BREVARD COUNTY • TITUSVILLE, FLORIDA – Titusville Police arrested a 52-year-old man following a serious crash involving a vehicle and a juvenile bicyclist Tuesday night.
Officers responded to South Hopkins Avenue, just north of Knox McRae Drive, at approximately 9:47 p.m. on July 28.
According to the preliminary investigation, a vehicle driven by Titusville resident Eric Blythe was traveling southbound on South Hopkins Avenue when it collided with a bicyclist who entered the roadway while traveling eastbound across the southbound lane.
Police said the child struck the vehicle’s windshield during the collision. The juvenile was transported to a local children’s hospital with serious injuries and was listed in stable condition.
Investigators noted that the child was not wearing a bicycle helmet at the time of the crash.
During the investigation, officers reportedly observed multiple signs that Blythe was impaired. He was arrested and charged with driving under the influence causing serious bodily injury and DUI refusal to submit.
Blythe was being held at the Brevard County Jail Complex on a $15,500 bond.
“Choosing to drive impaired is a decision that can change lives forever in a matter of seconds,” Titusville Interim Police Chief Wright said. “No destination, celebration, or convenience is worth risking the life of a child or anyone else on our roadways.”
The investigation remains active, and police said additional charges could be considered as investigators review the evidence.
The Titusville Police Department reminded residents that impaired-driving crashes are preventable and urged anyone planning to drink to designate a sober driver, use a rideshare or taxi service, or arrange other transportation.
Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact the Titusville Police Department at 321-264-7800. Anonymous tips may be submitted to CrimeLine at 1-800-423-TIPS.
