Bicyclist killed in Charlotte County hit-and-run

MGN

A bicyclist was killed after being hit by a pickup truck in Charlotte County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

On Jan. 9 around 10 p.m., the driver of a 2001 Ford F150 struck the bicyclist on Riverside Drive in the vicinity of Dutch Avenue. After the collision, the driver of the F150 fled the scene.

The 44-year-old Port Charlotte man, who was riding the bike, was transported to Lee Memorial Hosptial where he was pronounced dead.

On Jan. 10, troopers located and impounded the F150 involved in the wreck.

The wreck remains under investigation. If you have any information regarding this fatal hit-and-run, please contact FHP or Crimestoppers.

Local Headlines

Naples med center using tech to help people live longer

Advances in medicine are helping people live longer and experts in the field of longevity believe there is still room to enjoy more quality years.

Lehigh Acres man arrested after allegedly shooting his dog in the face

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man for allegedly shooting his pitbull inside his home in Lehigh Acres.

New DNA results help close 36-year-old murder cold case

Thanks to technology, a family has closure on a 36-year-old murder cold case that dates back from November of 1988.

Man accused of fatal crash at That BBQ makes first court appearance

The man accused of driving drunk and plowing into people at a Matlacha restaurant made his first appearance in court.

Gov. DeSantis discusses Wildlife Corridor success during Naples news conference

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discussed the successful efforts made by the Wildlife Corridor and the construction of new wildlife crossings to protect Florida’s wildlife.