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Virginia Beach Police Respond to Fatal Bicycle Accident

Virginia Beach Police Respond to Fatal Bicycle Accident

**VIRGINIA BEACH, VA** – Officers from the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) responded to a fatal accident involving a bicyclist on Indian River Road shortly after 3:43 p.m. on November 14.

Investigators found that the bicyclist, identified as Colin Sutton, age 49, from Virginia Beach, exited the sidewalk and failed to yield to oncoming traffic. Sutton was hit by a vehicle while attempting to cross the road.

Both Sutton and the vehicle’s driver were transported to a hospital. Sutton succumbed to his injuries, while the driver sustained minor injuries. No charges are expected in connection with the incident.

VBPD Chief Paul Neudigate extended condolences to Sutton’s loved ones and urged pedestrians and cyclists to adhere to traffic signals and use crosswalks. Authorities continue to investigate the crash and urge anyone with information to contact the VBPD Traffic Safety Unit or Crime Solvers.

Bicycle Crash Victim in Dagsboro Identified

Bicycle Crash Victim in Dagsboro Identified

**Dagsboro, DE** – The Delaware State Police have identified William Blatt, a 79-year-old resident of Dagsboro, as the individual who died in a bicycle crash on Thursday. The accident remains under investigation by the Delaware State Police Troop 7 Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the crash to reach out to Master Corporal R. Albert at 302-703-3266. Additionally, information can be provided via a private message on the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by contacting Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

For victims and witnesses of crimes, including those who have lost loved ones, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit offers support. Assistance is available 24/7 through their toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by emailing DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

The investigation is ongoing, and the Delaware State Police continue to seek public assistance to gather more details surrounding the incident.

Bicycle Delivery Driver Menaced with Handgun, Suspect Arrested in Utica

Bicycle Delivery Driver Menaced with Handgun, Suspect Arrested in Utica

**Utica, NY** – Thursday, Utica police responded to a weapon possession and menacing incident on the 1000 block of Miller Street around 10:30 AM.

A bicycle delivery driver reported a confrontation with a man on a porch. During their exchange, the suspect picked up and threw a stick at the delivery driver.

Following the initial incident, the suspect returned inside his residence, only to come out pointing a handgun at the delivery driver, who contacted the police. Responding officers apprehended the individual and conducted a search of his apartment.

The search led to the discovery of a 9mm handgun. Lauren Smith, 24, of Utica, is charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the second and third degrees, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, and Menacing in the second degree.

Man Identified in Fatal Newark Hit-and-Run Bicycle Incident

Man Identified in Fatal Newark Hit-and-Run Bicycle Incident

**Newark, DE** — Delaware State Police have identified Adam Roberts, 40, of New Castle, Delaware, as the victim in a fatal hit-and-run bicycle crash. The incident occurred on October 21 near Newark.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash. Authorities urge anyone who witnessed the event or has relevant dashcam footage to contact Corporal Grade One D. McKenna at (302) 365-8486.

Additionally, information can be shared via a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center provide 24-hour support and resources. They can be reached via a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.