On August 17, 2023, just after 5:30 a.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to Railyards Boulevard and Bercut Drive regarding a report of a collision involving a vehicle and a bicyclist. At the scene, officers located the bicyclist, a male adult, in the roadway with serious injuries. Officers began life-saving measures until the Sacramento Fire Department arrived on scene. Despite the efforts, Fire Personnel pronounced the victim deceased at the scene. The involved vehicle fled the scene after the collision.

Due to the circumstances, detectives from the Sacramento Police Department’s Major Collision Investigations Unit responded to take over the investigation. Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators conducted a thorough canvass of the area for evidence and witnesses.

The Sacramento County Coroner’s Office will release the identity of the deceased after next of kin have been notified. 

Through Detective follow-up, it is believed that the suspect vehicle is a dark colored, 2004 to 2008 Acura TL with front/driver side damage. 

We encourage the public to contact us with any information or video you may have related to this investigation at (916) 808-5471. Callers can contact Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357). Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000. Anonymous tips can also be submitted using the free “P3 Tips” smartphone app.

STOCK PHOTO OF AN ACURA TL