On December 7, 2023, around 11:34 a.m., Sacramento Police Department patrol officers responded to North Bend Dr and Natomas Blvd for reports of a bicyclist that was hit by a vehicle. At the scene, officers located an adult male with significant injuries. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment. The involved vehicle fled prior to police arriving on scene.

Due to the circumstances, Crime Scene Investigators responded and processed the scene. Officers and investigators conducted a thorough canvass of the area for evidence and witnesses.

On December 9, 2023, the Sacramento Police Department was made aware that the victim succumbed to his injuries. This case has been forwarded to our Major Collision Investigation Unit. 

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

The Sacramento Police Department encourages any witnesses with information regarding this investigation to contact the dispatch center at (916) 808-5471 or 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.