Cyclist killed in CT

pjbaz · #1 05-25-2019, 09:54 PM

I was detoured today while out on a ride. I had no idea. Middle of a gorgeous day ... Be safe, friends. Be safe. https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/...kbYfIv2V9xNa50

nickl · #2 05-25-2019, 10:21 PM

Over 20 years ago I lived mile or two from that location and rode by the exact spot thousands of times. Typically a fairly safe place to ride. Leaves me speechless but given the circumstances I’m not very surprised.

Matthew · #3 05-25-2019, 10:34 PM

Terrible. Rip and condolences to family and friends.

Peter P. · #4 05-26-2019, 05:10 AM

I live within 30 minutes by bike from there.

After the accident, I had a coworker and a cycling buddy call, just to see if I was involved.

I was touched by their concern and yeah; seeing as it is local it does wake you up.

When the reports mentioned the location, I tried to envision how a cyclist could be hit. A driver crossing the centerline was not a scenario in my mind.

buddybikes · #5 05-26-2019, 06:54 AM

...don't worry he was released from custody, probably with his keys and all important cell phone :-(

makoti · #6 05-26-2019, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by pjbaz

I was detoured today while out on a ride. I had no idea. Middle of a gorgeous day ... Be safe, friends. Be safe. https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/...kbYfIv2V9xNa50

This happened to me last weekend outside of DC. On a road with long site lines & common bike traffic. A driver harassing cyclists, spooked a rider, crash without apparent contact, rider in critical condition.

djg21 · #7 05-26-2019, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by steveandbarb1

...don't worry he was released from custody, probably with his keys and all important cell phone :-(

He made bail, to which he has a constitutional right. He paid a bond of $25,000 and faces charges for manslaughter, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, failure to drive in the proper lane, illegal possession of narcotics (heroin), and possession of drug paraphernalia. This guy is going away.

http://www.myrecordjournal.com/News/...llingford.html

OtayBW · #8 05-26-2019, 07:20 AM

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Originally Posted by djg21

He made bail, to which he has a constitutional right. He paid a bond of $25,000 and faces charges for manslaughter, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, failure to drive in the proper lane, illegal possession of narcotics (heroin), and possession of drug paraphernalia. This guy is going away.

http://www.myrecordjournal.com/News/...llingford.html

Sounds similar to Episcopal Bishop Heather Cook, who after killing Tom Palmero a few years ago by running him over in the wrong lane, drunk, and leaving the scene of the crime, is now serving her time in home detention.

I hope he's not going away like that...

makoti · #9 05-26-2019, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by OtayBW

Sounds similar to Episcopal Bishop Heather Cook, who after killing Tom Palmero a few years ago by running him over in the wrong lane, drunk, and leaving the scene of the crime, is now serving her time in home detention.

I hope he's not going away like that...

In her case, "going away" doesn't mean what it used to. Out in half the time.
https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/ma...430-story.html

OtayBW · #10 05-26-2019, 10:51 AM

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Originally Posted by makoti

In her case, "going away" doesn't mean what it used to. Out in half the time.
https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/ma...430-story.html

Thanks. That's my point.

pjbaz · #11 05-26-2019, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Peter P.

I live within 30 minutes by bike from there.

After the accident, I had a coworker and a cycling buddy call, just to see if I was involved.

I was touched by their concern and yeah; seeing as it is local it does wake you up.

When the reports mentioned the location, I tried to envision how a cyclist could be hit. A driver crossing the centerline was not a scenario in my mind.

I haven’t gone by the spot yet to see exactly where, but I’m wondering if the driver wasn’t turning left onto Toelles as the cyclist (traveling North I believe) was heading toward the Redwood Flea.

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54ny77 · #12 05-26-2019, 11:08 AM

terrible. just terrible. condolences to family & friends, esp. if known to a fellow paceliner.

makoti · #13 05-26-2019, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by OtayBW

Thanks. That's my point.

Yeah, I got that. Just bringing it home.

NHAero · #14 05-26-2019, 11:47 AM

Do you think Heather Cook will be allowed to drive?

Peter P. · #15 05-26-2019, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by pjbaz

I haven’t gone by the spot yet to see exactly where, but I’m wondering if the driver wasn’t turning left onto Toelles as the cyclist (traveling North I believe) was heading toward the Redwood Flea.

The newspaper reported the accident was "north of Toelles Road, near the North Haven town line.

I rode by the area today. Nothing unusual to see. Due to the location of the accident, I don't think the driver was turning left onto Toelles Road but he actually drifted over the center line.

Here's the newspaper article, with more details.