18 May 2009 | The Times-Picayune
Bicyclist killed in hit and run in eastern New Orleans
Monday May 18, 2009, 10:58 PM
by Leslie Williams, The Times-Picayune
A bicyclist died Monday night in eastern New Orleans after a vehicle hit him then fled the scene, police said
The accident occurred about 10:15 p.m. in the 12000 block of Chef Menteur Highway near Paris Road, Officer Sabrina Richardson said.
“The vehicle hit him and kept on going, " Richardson said.
The man died at the scene, she said. His identity was not available immediately. His age was not available, but he had a gray beard.
Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call Crimestoppers at 504.822.1111 or toll-free at 1.877.903.7867. Callers do not have to give their names or testify and can earn as much as $2,500 for tips that lead to an indictment.
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Leslie Williams can be reached at lwilliams@timespicayune.com or at 504.826.3358.