Vehicle strikes bicycle, killing rider

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A bicyclist died after being struck by a vehicle.

Kentucky State Police said the accident occurred Saturday evening at approximately 9:00 in the 1200 block of North Dixie Highway (Hwy 31-W).

State police said the accident happened when a 2024 Nissan Murano, being driven south on North Dixie Highway by 49-year-old Phillip West, of Horse Cave, struck a southbound bicycle, being ridden by 65-year-old King Martin, of Horse Cave.

Martin was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Barren County Coroner’s Office.

The ongoing investigation is being conducted by KSP Det. Bo Hubbard.

(Photo courtesy of FOX56.com)

By Ken Howlett, News Director

Contact Ken at ken@k105.com

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