Cyclist dies after being hit by car in Fresno

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The man who was killed after being struck by a car while riding his bicycle in downtown Fresno on Sunday was identified Monday by the County Coroner's Office Fresno.

The Fresno County Coroner's Office on Monday identified the cyclist as Gabriel Ortega, 54, of Fresno.

Cyclist dies after being hit by car in downtown Fresno

Police said they responded to Stanislaus Street and Van Ness Avenue on Sunday at 1:15 p.m. after receiving several calls about a cyclist who had been hit by a car.

Upon arrival, responding officers reported Ortega was on the ground in the roadway suffering from serious injuries. He was transported to a local hospital where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.

Detectives say the motorist involved remained at the scene and attempted to help Ortega while officers responded.

Investigators say drugs and/or alcohol do not appear to be factors in this collision.

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