Hit-and-Run Driver Struck and Killed Bicyclist in Covelo
COVELO, CA (January 25, 2019) – On January 21 at around 6:02 p.m., a bicyclist was found dead by an officer of the Round Valley Tribal Police near a damaged bicycle in Covelo. According to the California Highway Patrol, the male rider was possibly a victim of a hit-and-run. The suspect was believed to have fled eastbound on Highway 162 after hitting the bicyclist.
Assisting on the scene were personnel from Cal-Fire and the Round Valley Tribal Police. CHP is investigating the incident. Handling the coroner’s report are deputies from the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office.
CHP can be reached at (707) 923-2155 in case anyone has information regarding the identity of the hit-and-run driver and their vehicle.
We at Sweet Law Group would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the loved ones of the victim.
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