71-year-old bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash, troopers say

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A 71-year-old bicyclist has died after a hit-and-run crash Sunday, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

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Troopers said the crash happened around 1:10 a.m. in Orange County.

According to a news release, an unknown car was traveling south on Powers Drive near Indian Hill Road, and the bicyclist was traveling ahead of the car.

FHP said it is unclear why the driver did not stop for the pedestrian and then hit them.

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The bicyclist, a 71-year-old man, was taken to Health Central Hospital, where he died.

Investigators said that after the driver left the scene, they found a car part that could be part of the vehicle involved in the crash.

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Troopers said the part was from a 2021 to 2023 Kia K5, but the color is unknown.

If you have any information about this hit-and-run, call FHP at 407-737- 2213 or Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.

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