A Scottsdale bicyclist was killed on December 8 in a crash near Thompson Peak Parkway and Raintree Drive, the local police department reported. The rider was treated on site and transported to a hospital, where they later died, according to FOX 10 Phoenix.
AZFamily reported that Thompson Peak Parkway, between Raintree Drive and Redfield Road, was closed while police investigated the fatal crash. The driver involved remained at the scene.
Scottsdale police said their Vehicle Crimes and Reconstruction Unit is investigating the collision to determine how it occurred. The incident underscores the risks cyclists face on busy roadways.
The intersection is a major traffic route, and its closure caused significant delays as detectives investigated the scene. Authorities have not released the victim’s identity or the cause of the crash. Drivers are advised to remain alert on Scottsdale roadways.
