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Driver runs red light, kills bicyclist on Collier Blvd in Naples

Posted on 11/22/2023 — 4:58 PM

Updated on 11/23/2023 — 12:15 AM

UPDATE | 11.22.23 | 7:15 PM

The Florida Highway Patrol confirms a 43-year-old Naples man has died after being struck by a vehicle that ran a red light while he was riding his bicycle across a cross walk on Collier Blvd in Naples.

Troopers say a 62-year-old Naples man was driving southbound on Collier Boulevard approaching the intersection when he failed to stop for a solid red traffic signal.

The front of the vehicle struck the bicyclist, critically injuring him before later being pronounced dead.

Troopers say the crash remains under investigation.

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ORIGINAL STORY | 11.22.23 | 11:58 AM

Collier County, FL — A bicyclist is dead after being struck by a vehicle near 6650 Collier Boulevard in Naples.

Greater Naples Fire and Collier County EMS crews responded to the incident at 9:47 AM Wednesday morning.

The bicyclist suffered critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital before being pronounced dead.

Southbound lanes of Collier Boulevard are partially blocked at this time.

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating.

By: Alex Ihrig | UCBN

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