27-year-old bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash in Palatk…

Bicycle Crash Palatka Florida in Palatka, Florida: A 27-year-old Gainesville woman riding a bicycle was struck and killed by a 2020 Kia Forte in a hit-and-run crash in Palatka, Florida. The crash occurred at about 9:45 p.m. on the 7300 block of St. Johns Avenue near Wes Larson Boulevard when the Kia, traveling westbound, swerved into the left portion of the two-lane roadway and struck the bicyclist. The 35-year-old male driver of the Kia fled the scene on foot. The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. Florida Highway Patrol is asking anyone with information about the crash or the driver to call police.