FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
At approximately 7:00 a.m. this morning, Fitchburg Police officers responded to the 5500 block of E. Cheryl Parkway for a reported hit-and-run crash involving a motor vehicle and a bicyclist. Tragically, one individual has died as a result of the crash.
At this time, it is believed that all involved parties have been identified and are in contact with law enforcement. There is no ongoing threat to the community.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation. E. Cheryl Parkway will be closed for an extended period as officers and investigators continue to process the scene. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.