Bicyclist struck by car and killed in Island Park

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A bicyclist was struck and killed by a car in Island Park on Monday.

According to a release from the Nassau County Police Department, an unidentified 65-year-old man was riding his bicycle westbound on Emerson Place when he was hit by a 2016 Ford Explorer, which was traveling south on Austin Boulevard.

The man suffered multiple trauma injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.


The driver of the car, a 59-year-old man whose identity was also not revealed, remained at the scene and was not injured. His vehicle has been impounded for a safety inspection.

Police said the investigation is on going.

This is a developing story. Check back to liherald.com as more details become available.