Ventura County, CA – On the morning of Saturday, February 22, 2025, a fatal collision involving a Toyota and a bicyclist occurred on State Route 1 near Sycamore Canyon Road, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the crash was first reported at approximately 11:14 AM.
Emergency responders, including the Ventura County Fire Department, arrived at the scene, but the cyclist was pronounced deceased. Authorities confirmed a fatality at 11:32 AM and requested the Ventura County Coroner’s Office to respond.
Due to the severity of the accident, all lanes of the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) were shut down while officials conducted their investigation and cleared the scene. Caltrans was contacted for assistance with the road closure. The roadway was reopened by 1:39 PM.
The identity of the cyclist has not been released, pending notification of next of kin. CHP continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and urges anyone with information to come forward.
Bicycle Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims
Drivers have a Duty of Care towards bicyclists, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for bicyclists with whom they share the road and, if a fatal collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.
For those who lose a loved one in a bicycle accident, filing a Wrongful Death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages.
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If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a California Bicycle Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.
