Bicyclist Charles Michael Phillips, 46, killed in collision with minivan on Shaff Road in Marion County, Oregon
Cyclist died 'instantly' in Marion County crash with minivan
The sheriff's office reported the crash happened around 6:30 a.m. and said it was both dark and rainy in the area. The report said the cyclist was riding along Shaff Road in an area with a very small shoulder when a minivan driver hit the bicycle from behind.
Cyclist killed, deputies investigate crash near Stayton
Charles Michael Phillips, 46, of Aumsville, was riding east on Shaff Road SE near Rainwater Road SE around 6:30 a.m. when he was hit by an eastbound minivan, officials said.
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