Oildale, CA – On Tuesday, December 10, 2024, a tragic incident occurred when a bicyclist was hit by a vehicle in Oildale, CA. According to the California Highway Patrol (CHP), the accident took place around 7:30 PM on Airport Drive, just south of Washington Avenue, in a poorly lit area.
A witness at the scene recounted seeing the bicyclist fall in the number two lane of Airport Drive while they were attempting to cross the street. As the bicyclist was getting back up, they were struck by a northbound Honda Sedan moving at about 40 miles per hour. Unfortunately, the injuries sustained were severe, and the bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the vehicle remained on the site and is cooperating with investigators. The family of the bicyclist has confirmed their identity, however, it has not yet been publicly disclosed. As of now, investigators have not determined whether drugs or alcohol were contributing factors in this fatal accident.