Bicyclist James Wilson, 50, dies after being struck by vehicle on U.S. 41 in North Fort Myers, Florida
FHP search for witnesses in U.S. 41 crash that left bicyclist dead
The bicyclist did not have any identification and remains unidentified. Troopers describe him as a 50-year-old white male.
The incident which occurred before 2 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. 41 and Brooks Road left the roadway closed to traffic for a few hours.
According to a news release, a 2003 Chevy Malibu was heading north on U.S. 41 when the bicyclist attempted to cross the road. The driver of the Malibu tried to avoid the bicyclist but was unsuccessful.
Police identify bicyclist who died in collision with car in North Fort Myers
Lee County EMS pronounced Fort Myers resident James Wilson, 50, dead on the scene of the May 19 wreck. He crossed the northbound lanes of Old 41 and struck a Chevy Malibu at the intersection with Brooks Road, FHP said.
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