Fort Smith man dies after being struck on bike

FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — UPDATE : A 68-year-old cyclist died on the scene of a vehicle-bicycle accident Friday morning.

FSPD said that around 7:30 a.m. Stephen E. Hobbs was hit by a vehicle driving east near 10300 Roberts Boulevard on the 549 overpass.

“Mr. Hobbs was a long-time local resident and avid cyclist known to many in the community for his dedication to staying active and enjoying the outdoors,” police said in a news release. “His next of kin has been notified, and chaplains have been dispatched to provide support.”

Police said that no charges have been filed at this time.

FORT SMITH, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Fort Smith Police Department said they are responding to a serious injury around 8 a.m. near 10300 Roberts Boulevard.

Police ask the public to consider alternate routes until the scene is clear.

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