FHP: Bicyclist struck, killed in Marion County hit-and-run crash

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Florida Highway Patrol said a bicyclist has died after a hit-and-run crash in Marion County.

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According to a news release, the crash happened around 4:30 a.m. on US Highway 441, north of Del Webb Boulevard.

Investigators said the bicyclist was traveling in the outside southbound lane when an unknown vehicle hit him and left the scene.

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Troopers said the 44-year-old bicyclist didn’t have any lights.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Troopers don’t know the exact making model of the suspect vehicle but believe it could be one of the following: a 1994-1998 silver or gray Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban or C series/K series, 1500, 1500 HD, 2500 HD, or 3500 HD.

FHP is asking anyone with information on the crash to call them at 407-737-2213.

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