Second cyclist struck this week

 by Ron Manz - Castanet Aug 17, 2011 / 1:30 pm

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1808- 45th Street in Vernon

 

For the second time in the past week, a cyclist has been struck in Vernon after failing to pay attention while riding.  Vernon RCMP spokesman Gord Molendyk says a 12-year old boy was riding his bicycle on a walkway path when he failed to stop before entering 45th Street.  The boy ran into an eastbound vehicle driving along 45th at the time.  The youngster suffered only minor injuries.  Alcohol and speed were ruled out as factors in the crash and the driver of the vehicle is not facing any charges. Molendyk reminds all cyclists to slow down and exercise caution when approaching or entering busy streets and for all drivers to be alert for anyone approaching them on a bicycle.