Bicyclist Larry Dale Taylor Struck and Killed by Pickup in Coachella

COACHELLA (April 6, 2014) – Bicyclist Larry Dale Taylor was fatally struck by a pickup on Sunday.  Taylor was riding his bicycle on Vista Del Norte when a gray compact pickup struck him west of Dillon Road around 6:30 p.m.

Intersection of Vista Del Norte and Dillon Road, near site of accident

Taylor was pronounced dead at the scene from the impact even though he was wearing a helmet at the time.  The 48 year old was a resident of Atwater.

There is little information available.  An investigation is ongoing and witnesses should contact the Riverside County Sherriff’s Thermal Station at (760) 399-5303.