58-year-old-man struck and killed by a car driven by Helen McBonayth on State Route 718 in Accomack County.

Modified Date: 
Wed, 09/24/2014 - 11:23am
Accident Date: 
Monday, February 24, 2014

Driver charged after fatal crash with bicyclist.

A bicyclist has died after a collision with a vehicle on the Eastern Shore Tuesday morning.

A bicyclist has died after a collision with a vehicle on the Eastern Shore Tuesday morning.

Just before 11:30 a.m., troopers were dispatched to a vehicle crash on Route 718 in Onancock involving a bicyclist, according to a spokesperson with Virginia State Police.

An investigation revealed a 2011 Hyundai Sonata was traveling north when it swerved and struck a 58-year-old man riding a bicycle. He was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, and died hours later.

The driver, Helen McBonayth of Onancock, has been charged in relation to the crash. Anaya did not specify the exact charge, but said neither alcohol nor speed played a factor in the crash.

People Involved: 
Helen McBonayth
Roadway: 
State Route 718

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