SANDY, Utah (KUTV) — A 55-year-old bicyclist died following a collision with a vehicle in Sandy on Wednesday night.
The incident occurred on July 8 near 400 East and 10600 South. The Sandy City Police Department requested the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office to lead the investigation due to a conflict of interest.
The bicyclist was identified as Melvin Barnes. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The driver involved is a 27-year-old woman; her identity has not been disclosed.
The investigation is ongoing, and further information is currently unavailable. The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office expressed condolences to Barnes' family.