Bowling Green, KY – Tragedy struck in Warren County on Sunday night when a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle on Nashville Road. The deceased, identified as 34-year-old James Edward Summers, of Franklin, was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.
Responding to a 911 call, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office rushed to the 10000 block of 31 West Nashville Road. What they found was a 2010 Silver Ford Edge with significant front-end damage. The Ford and the bicyclist, James Summers, were both travelling southbound on Nashville Road when the fatal collision occurred. The involved parties were both pronounced dead at the scene.
Sheriff Brett Hightower confirmed that Summers lost his life at the scene. The exact circumstances leading to the collision are currently under investigation. In the aftermath, the road was closed in both directions as authorities conducted their preliminary investigation.
To ensure a thorough investigation of the accident scene and to clear the wreckage, the road was closed in both directions. This caused some traffic disruption, but ultimately the road was reopened several hours later, restoring normal traffic flow.
The investigation into the tragic accident is ongoing. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that may assist in clarifying the circumstances of the accident. Any potential witnesses are encouraged to come forward with their information as a critical part of the investigation process.
James Edward Summers was a beloved member of the Franklin community. This somber incident marked a tragic loss to all who knew him, leaving family, friends and local residents in mourning. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the cruel unpredictability of fatalities on the road.
All individuals who may have witnessed this accident, or who have any information pertaining to it are encouraged to contact the Warren County Sheriff’s Office as soon as possible. The sharing of this information is crucial to proceeding with the investigation.
As the investigation into this tragic accident continues and more information becomes available, updates will be provided. In the interim, authorities are doing everything possible to determine the cause of this deadly collision, and to ensure justice is served for James Edward Summers.
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