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Published July 01, 2012, 11:57 AM

Eau Claire accident kills bicycle rider

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-- Eau Claire police say they are trying to figure out whether a 90-year old driver fell asleep, had a medical issue or was simply confused. That man drove his car onto a bike path, hitting a bicycle rider who later died.

EAU CLAIRE - Eau Claire police say they are trying to figure out whether a 90-year old driver fell asleep, had a medical issue or was simply confused. That man drove his car onto a bike path, hitting a bicycle rider who later died.

The accident happened during the noon hour Friday. The 51-year old victim was taken to a hospital with several injuries at the time.

A police crash-reconstruction unit spent a good portion of yesterday at the site of the fatal accident.

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