Bicyclist killed at Oak & Wells Friday AM

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http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/chi-bicyclist-str...

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Permalink Reply by Amber K on October 5, 2012 at 5:04am

It was just on the 11 o'clock news. The street is still closed, and the body is still under the wheels of the truck.  No tickets have been issued as of now.  Awful!

Permalink Reply by blair on October 5, 2012 at 5:07am

So sad.  Everyone stay safe out there!

Permalink Reply by Juan 2-3 or more mi. on October 5, 2012 at 5:16am

There is a joy of our city becoming filled with more bicyclists, but it has not become bicycle friendly yet. I am filled with sadness...

Permalink Reply by Steve Courtright on October 5, 2012 at 5:18am

Deeply saddened by this.  Be careful everyone.

Permalink Reply by Jason W on October 5, 2012 at 5:21am



Amber K said:

It was just on the 11 o'clock news. The street is still closed, and the body is still under the wheels of the truck.  No tickets have been issued as of now.  Awful!

That is ridiculous! The driver who opened that door should be ticketed and arrested!

Permalink Reply by Julie Aberman (Hochstadter) on October 5, 2012 at 5:23am

This is what I'm most fearful of if I (hopefully never) get doored.  

Permalink Reply by Kevin on October 5, 2012 at 5:23am

On my route and just past the time I'm usually there (didn't ride today). So saddenening, I really feel for the cyclist's family. Really hope some awareness can come about dooring

Permalink Reply by Lisa Curcio on October 5, 2012 at 5:30am

The driver who opened the door might still be ticketed, although probably not arrested since opening a door into traffic is not a misdemeanor or felony.  It is likely that the major accident investigation unit is on the scene and that the investigation is ongoing.  Traffic tickets are often issued after initial investigation.

How heartbreaking this is; condolences to his family and to the cycling community.

Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on October 5, 2012 at 5:30am

The fact that the last news story update said that the street was closed off and nothing had been moved suggest that the Major Accident Investigation team is thoroughly checking things out before any evidence is destroyed.  Hopefully that will result in appropriate charges.

Permalink Reply by Chris Hainey on October 5, 2012 at 5:32am

From the photo it looks like the truck was giving the proper 3 feet of space as well. Nightmare situation for the truck driver.

Permalink Reply by Cheryl on October 5, 2012 at 5:48am

So heartbreaking, my condolences to the cyclist's family and friends.

Permalink Reply by Deet 4.5mi on October 5, 2012 at 5:53am

So sad.

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