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FHP: Bicyclist dies after hit-and-run crash near St. Cloud

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — A deadly traffic crash is under investigation in Osceola County.

8:30 a.m. Update:

Troopers said this crash involved a hit-and-run driver.

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Investigators said the motorist drove off after colliding with a man on a bicycle along Narcoossee Road.

The unknown vehicle was traveling northbound on Narcoossee Road, south of Countryside Court, on the outside traffic lane, according to FHP.

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The bicyclist was riding on the bicycle lane, ahead of the unknown vehicle, when that motorist traveled out of their traffic lane and into the bicycle lane, striking the bicyclist, investigators said.

The man on the bike died at the crash site.

After the crash, troopers believe the driver continued north on Narcoossee Road.

Traffic homicide investigators located a car part on-scene for a vehicle that could possibly have been involved in the deadly collision.

Troopers said the vehicle part matches a white, unknown model Toyota.

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Anyone with information about this crash is asked to call FHP at 407-737- 2213 or Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS(8477).

FHP said it’s working with the medical examiner to identify the bicyclist and the crash remains under investigation.

Original story:

Another deadly traffic crash investigation is underway in Osceola County.

Around 4 a.m. Wednesday, troopers responded to Narcoossee Road near Countryside Court in St. Cloud.

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As of 5:30 a.m., FHP reported road blockage in this area.

A Channel 9 crew is near the scene of the crash, monitoring traffic conditions.

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Eyewitness News has reached out to FHP for more details and will continue to bring you live updates on air and right here at WFTV.com.

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