Oakland bicyclist dead following hit-and-run
Briefly

An Oakland bicyclist tragically lost his life due to a hit-and-run incident that occurred late Friday night. The incident happened around 11:21 p.m. when a 44-year-old man was crossing International Boulevard on 78th Avenue. The cyclist was struck by a vehicle traveling eastbound and succumbed to his injuries after being transported to the hospital. As the investigation continues, authorities have not provided details regarding the vehicle involved or the driver, and it remains unclear if substance use influenced the incident. Community members are urged to share any relevant information with the police.
Around 11:21 p.m., a 44-year-old man was riding a bicycle on 78th Avenue and crossing International Boulevard when he was hit by a vehicle.
The bicyclist was transported to a hospital by ambulance where he later died, marking a tragic outcome of the hit-and-run incident.
Details about the vehicle or the driver remain elusive, and it is unknown if drugs played a factor in the collision.
Anyone with information can call the Police Traffic Investigation unit at 510-777-8570 to assist with the ongoing investigation.
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