Oct 05, 2023

Kansas bicyclist killed after struck by SUV

Posted Oct 05, 2023 3:30 PM
First responders on the scene of the fatal crash -photo courtesy KCTV
First responders on the scene of the fatal crash -photo courtesy KCTV

JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a fatality crash involving a bicyclist and a sport utility vehicle that occurred just before 6a.m.Thursday in Johnson County.

Officers were dispatched to the crash scene in the area of South Lone Elm Road and West 159th Street, according to Olathe Police. First responders found a 28-year-old bicyclist. He was pronounced deceased on scene. The driver of the SUV, a 64-year-old woman, remained on scene and is cooperating.  Police have not released the victim's name.