A local bicyclist was tragically killed in a collision with a pickup truck near the University of California, Berkeley campus on Saturday afternoon. According to police, the accident occurred at around 2:50 p.m. at the intersection of Telegraph Avenue and Haste Street.
Witnesses report that the victim, identified as a man in his sixties, was struck by the vehicle and subsequently transported to a local hospital, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the pickup truck remained on the scene and is currently cooperating with investigators.
The Berkeley Police Department confirmed that several streets were closed as a result of the incident, including Telegraph Avenue between Haste Street and Dwight Way, and Haste Street between Bowditch Avenue and Dana Street.
Witnesses report that the victim, identified as a man in his sixties, was struck by the vehicle and subsequently transported to a local hospital, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the pickup truck remained on the scene and is currently cooperating with investigators.
The Berkeley Police Department confirmed that several streets were closed as a result of the incident, including Telegraph Avenue between Haste Street and Dwight Way, and Haste Street between Bowditch Avenue and Dana Street.
just heard about this crazy accident near UC Berkeley... poor guy was only 60, you feel? 
can't believe a collision with a pickup truck would be fatal, hope the driver is okay though 
accidents like these make me super anxious to get across the road 
anyway, feels bad for the community and all the commuters who had to deal with the traffic mess 
. It's a reminder that safety on our roads needs to be a priority, especially for cyclists 
. I know some people might think bikes are safe because they're not as big of a deal as cars, but accidents can happen so quickly 
. We need more bike lanes and better infrastructure to protect both drivers and cyclists on our roads 
. It's just common sense 
. What do you think the city should do to prevent similar incidents in the future?
. Such senseless accidents happen way too often on our roads. Anyone else think bike lanes are kinda sketchy in the US? Should be easier to navigate without worrying about trucks like that 
. Just a thought, but roads need more safety measures for cyclists 
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just saw this news about a bicyclist who got hit by a pickup truck near UC Berkeley campus... it's so sad 
️. Anyway, hoping the police get some answers about what happened and that more cyclists are protected on the roads 
just saw this news about the bicyclist who got hit by a pickup truck near UC Berkeley 
. California ranks high among states with highest cycling fatality rates 
. also, did you know that most traffic accidents involving cyclists happen at intersections? 
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. The fact that the driver stayed at the scene is a good sign, but it's also super concerning that it took police so long to respond? 
. Anyway, condolences to the victim's family and loved ones 
. This incident should be a wake-up call for us all to be more mindful on our roads 
Just can't believe this happened on our watch. It's crazy how vulnerable we are when we're sharing the roads with massive trucks like that. I mean, come on, folks! Be aware of your surroundings, especially near university campuses where students and cyclists tend to congregate. 
It's not just about wearing a helmet; it's also about respecting others who might be trying to get somewhere quickly or simply enjoying the ride. I hope the driver is okay...not that it matters, but still, it's good they're cooperating with the authorities 
And what's with the police saying the driver is cooperating with investigators? That just doesn't sit right with me... I hope they're taking care of the cyclist's family and loved ones 
