A tragic incident unfolded on the Venetian Causeway in Miami Beach, where a bicyclist was struck and killed, leading to a complete shutdown of the thoroughfare in both directions near West Rivo Alto Drive last night, confirmed the Miami Beach Police Department, according to a WSVN report. The emergency response from Miami Beach Police and Fire Rescue units was swift, with paramedics arriving at the scene and ultimately pronouncing the victim dead.
In the aftermath of the collision the closed causeway prompted a traffic alert disseminated by Miami Beach Police via X, urging drivers to find alternative routes around the accident spot, as investigators and crime scene technicians occupied the area, gathering evidence that could shed light on precisely how the incident occurred, the electric bicycle involved being rolled away by an officer all the while the vehicle sat stationary under the scrutiny of cameras and forensic experts.
The Venetian Causeway is closed in both directions due to a traffic crash at W Rivo Alto Dr. Please seek alt route. ⚠️ pic.twitter.com/V8ruG2yETV
— Miami Beach Police (@MiamiBeachPD) June 23, 2024
Witnesses to the aftermath could see police activity dominate the scene with the area cordoned off to pedestrians and vehicles alike, causing significant disruptions to the usual flow of traffic that stitches the islands to the mainland across the waters. The identity of the bicyclist has not been publicly released as officials are likely working to notify next of kin, and details about what led to the crash or information about the driver involved in the incident have not yet been disclosed as the investigation is ongoing. The public is asked to heed traffic advisories while the causeway remains closed for an undetermined period.
