Deadly bicycle crash under investigation on Apopka-Vineland Road, officials say

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is actively investigating a deadly crash involving a bicyclist that took place on Friday night in Orange County.

What happened?

What we know:

According to officials, the incident took place at 11:50 p.m. when a 2016 Honda Odyssey was traveling northbound in the outside lane of Apopka-Vineland Road, approaching AD Mims Road. At the same time, a bicyclist was also traveling northbound in the designated bicycle lane.

Reports suggest that the 65-year-old driver of the Honda Odyssey veered into the bike lane and struck the 45-year-old bicyclist. Following the collision, the vehicle continued traveling northbound without stopping.

Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported the bicyclist to the hospital, where they were later pronounced dead.

The driver of the Honda Odyssey voluntarily turned himself in to the Apopka Police Department at 1:48 a.m. after the crash. The vehicle has since been impounded as part of the ongoing investigation.

What's next:

Troopers are currently interviewing the individual believed to be the driver and continue to gather evidence related to the crash.

This is a developing story. Check back later for more updates.

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