Kevin Bushman, 51, killed in bicycle crash with BMW on S. 1600 East in Millcreek, Utah
Cyclist struck and killed in Millcreek
"A lot of bad circumstances coming together at once. The streets are rain soaked, that makes it darker. It also makes your headlights less effective." Police say alcohol may have played a role as well, but they are still investigating.
Bicyclist killed in Millcreek
Bushman, who was not wearing a helmet, died at the scene. The crash occurred about 1 a.m., and that stretch of 3300 South is not well lit, Hansen said.
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A fatal bike accident in Millcreek happened on S. 1600 East at approximately 1 a.m. Saturday. A cyclist was traveling eastbound on 33rd S. when a black BMW hit the bicyclist, throwing him about 100 feet. The cyclist was pronounced deceased at the crash site. Police believe weather or poor lighting played a role in the crash.
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