E-cyclist dies after crash with vehicle in Centennial – Denver Gazette

E-cyclist dies after crash with vehicle in Centennial  Denver Gazette

An e-bike rider has died from injuries sustained in a Sunday crash with a vehicle near East Orchard Road and South Telluride Street in Centennial. An e-bike rider died from injuries sustained in a Sunday crash with a vehicle near East Orchard Road and South Telluride Street in Centennial, the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office said in a Tuesday news release. The e-cyclist, a woman whose age and name had not been released as of Tuesday, was taken to a hospital in critical condition after the Sunday crash and succumbed to her injuries Monday, authorities said. The woman’s identity will be released by the Arapahoe County Coroner’s Office pending an autopsy and family notifications.

“The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office extends its condolences to the bicyclist’s family and loved ones,” the office wrote in a Tuesday update on social media. “We recognize the impact a tragic incident like this can have on the individuals involved and the community.” Few details have been shared surrounding the circumstances or cause of the crash. The Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit was continuing to investigate as of Tuesday. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators, authorities said. No decision had been made regarding potential criminal charges as of Tuesday. “Any charging decision will be made following the completion of the investigation and