A bicyclist sustained injuries after colliding with a car Wednesday afternoon in downtown Cedar Rapids. The incident occurred at the intersection of 8th Ave and 2nd St SE, an area known for steady traffic and pedestrian activity.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene to treat the injured bicyclist, who was reported to have suffered minor injuries. The individual was cited at the scene for failure to yield after making an illegal left turn, which led to the collision with the vehicle, according to Public Safety Communications Specialist Mike Battien.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. No injuries were reported among the occupants of the vehicle. The crash temporarily affected traffic in the area as crews worked to ensure safety and complete an initial investigation.
~~~
Crash Date: March 26th 2025