Bicyclist, 77, killed by hit-and-run driver in Elmont, police say
Nassau police at the scene of a crash where a 77-year-old bicyclist was killed by a hit-and-run driver Tuesday night in Elmont. Credit: Jim Staubitser
A 77-year-old bicyclist was killed after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Elmont on Tuesday night, Nassau police said.
Around 9:27 p.m., the man, who was not identified, was riding his bicycle north on Meacham Avenue near McClure Avenue when a northbound light-colored SUV struck him.
The vehicle drove away north on Meacham Avenue, police said.
The man was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead; the investigation is ongoing, police said.
Detectives ask anyone with information on this incident to contact the Nassau County Homicide Squad at 516-573-7788.
Check back for updates on this developing story.
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