It was a seemingly ordinary blissful day in the town of Edmond, Oklahoma, until a shocking incident changed the whole scenario in seconds. A harrowing incident unfolded at the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma. A young cyclist of just 38 years met with a fateful accident that ultimately claimed his life.
The quiet streets of UCO stood witness to a fatal collision that would remain as a scar in the heart of the city. The cyclist was crossing the streets near the Oklahoma University campus when he was hit by a car. Police have revealed that the driver was not completely at fault. Then whose fault was it? What happened that morning resulted in the fateful accident? Let’s delve into the gripping incident that unfolded and the reasons behind the shocking aftermath of the fatal collision.
Gruesome crash results in unthinkable cycling tragedy in UCO
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Last Saturday morning, near the second street of the campus of the University of Central Oklahoma, a 38-year-old bicyclist was swerving off the sidewalk. Unaware of the impending doom, he did not notice a car driving towards him, which hit him and resulted in the heart-breaking demise of the soul.
Although the police department has revealed that the car driver was not at fault for this accident, investigations are ongoing. The victim was reportedly spot dead after he collided with the car. According to reports, the cyclist has been identified as Michael Dees Jr. Immediately after the collision, the scene was attended by the Edmond Fire Department and Edmond Police Department.
The second street near Garland in Godfrey was blocked after the accident unfolded at around 7:30 in the morning. Locals had to take up alternate routes to travel to avoid the blocked route.?
A recurring tragedy of fatality?
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A similar incident unfolded a few weeks back at San Juan Avenue as a young cyclist was found lying lifeless on the streets after a mysterious, deadly collision. Although there was no sign of reckless driving or drugs, the police department continued to investigate that case. The Citrus Heights community was grief stricken by the death of the cyclist.
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The Citrus Heights Police Department was in charge of the accident. Although the cyclist was attended by medical experts, immediately after the accident, he was unfortunately declared dead.
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One can never predict what might be waiting for them in the very next moment. None in the world has been able to establish control over life’s unpredictable nature. While we must live every moment we breathe, we must also be cautious enough before we take every single step in our life. We offer our heartfelt condolences to the family of the bereaved. Share with us your thoughts in the comment section below.
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