This press release is a summary of the facts known at the time. This incident is still under investigation and the information is subject to change. Additional details will be released as they become available.

On Friday, November 8, 2019 at approximately 7:47 p.m., the Sacramento Police Department responded to the 8600 block of Folsom Blvd regarding a major vehicle collision involving a bicyclist.

When officers arrived, they learned that a bicyclist and a Chevrolet Suburban were involved in the collision. Officers located the male, adult bicyclist, in the roadway who had sustained major injuries. Fire personnel responded and declared the bicyclist deceased.  The driver of the vehicle remained on scene,  and was cooperative with the investigation. The driver did not have signs of impairment. 

Responding officers conducted an initial canvass of the area for witnesses and evidence. Based on statements, physical evidence, and damage to the vehicle, we believe the following occurred.  The driver of the vehicle was traveling eastbound on Folsom Blvd, and struck the bicyclist who was in the roadway.  The driver of the vehicle then lost control, and swerved off of the roadway.  The vehicle eventually came to rest against a tree.  The driver, and other occupants, did not sustain any injuries.  There are no crosswalks in this area. Speed does not appear to be a factor in this collision.    

Due to the fatality, the Department’s Major Collision Investigation Unit (MCIU) responded to the scene to take over the traffic investigation. Detectives checked the area for additional evidence and witnesses. The investigation remains active.

The identity of the male adult bicyclist will be released by the Sacramento County Coroner’s Office once next of kin has been notified.

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this vehicle collision to contact the dispatch center at (916) 808-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Witnesses may also submit an anonymous tip using the free “P3 Tips” smartphone app. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.