A bicycle owner hit by a hit-and-run automobile dies in Torrelavega

A 66-year-old bicycle owner died early this Saturday, February 12, in Torrelavega after being hit by a hit-and-run automobile.

The sufferer was from Quijas and was run over at round 07:50 within the morning on the highway between Los Ochos and Zurita de PiƩlagos.

At this time, it’s believed that the motive force liable for the hit-and-run has been recognized, because the license plate of the automobile would have come off as a result of impression. Although in the meanwhile the corresponding consultations are being carried out for verification because the car isn’t in his identify, sources from the City Council have knowledgeable Europa Press.

In 2022, 40 cyclists died in accidents on city and interurban roads, in keeping with information from the General Directorate of Traffic.