In a tragic incident in Sacramento, California, a 55-year-old female bicyclist was struck and fatally injured by a motorist who then fled the scene. The collision occurred at the intersection of 21st and X streets around 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday. Upon emergency services’ rapid response, the critically injured woman was promptly transported to a local hospital, where she sadly succumbed to her injuries.
The Sacramento Police Department’s investigation led them to the location of the suspect’s vehicle a day later, on Wednesday, around 9 a.m. They found the vehicle on 19th and Broadway, not far from the original site of the deadly incident. The authorities detained the vehicle’s driver, 63-year-old Payton Glynn, who has since been arrested.
The police have disclosed that Glynn is facing charges for felony hit-and-run and manslaughter in connection with the accident. As part of their ongoing inquiry, the Sacramento Police are urging any eyewitnesses of the accident to come forward and assist by contacting the dispatch center at 916-808-5471 with any relevant information.
This fatal event is a sobering reminder of the critical importance of road safety and driver responsibility. The Sacramento Police Department continues to investigate the full circumstances of the accident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
