Nevada County, CA – A bicyclist was struck and killed by a small red pickup truck on Friday afternoon, June 20, 2025, on State Route 89 near Hobart Mills Road, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the collision occurred around 12:12 PM in the southbound lane at mile marker 4.8. Evidence at the scene seemed to indicate that the vehicle ran over the cyclist, who was found unresponsive and lying in the roadway by emergency responders.
Fire crews and CHP units arrived at the scene shortly after the crash. Both lanes of Highway 89 were blocked for a time to allow investigators to take measurements. One-way traffic control was implemented before the highway fully reopened around 1:28 PM.
The identity of the deceased cyclist has not been released, pending notification of next of kin by the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
