A bicyclist traveling eastbound on McCormick Road struck a vehicle Wednesday night and had to be transported to the University Medical Center, according to a University Police Department press release. The bicycle was not equipped with a headlight — a violation of Virginia road safety law — the release states.
“In Virginia every bicycle, when in use between sunset and sunrise shall be equipped with a white light on the front emitting a white light visible in clear weather from a distance of at least 500 feet to the front and a red reflector visible from a distance of at least 600 feet to the rear when directly in front of lawful lower beams of headlights on a motor vehicle,” the release states.
According to the release, University Police want to remind community members to follow safety precautions and be aware that “both bicycles and motorists must share the road.” Bicycle riders should always wear a helmet, remain alert, make sure their bicycle is fit for riding and obey all traffic laws.
The injured cyclist was treated and released from the University Medical Center, the release states.
—compiled by Thomas Madrecki
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