Teenage Bicyclist Seriously Injured In Collision
A 15-year-old male was seriously injured Tuesday after his bicycle was struck by a vehicle in Pomfret.
The accident occurred shortly before 1:30 p.m., when the 15-year-old, who was traveling east on Route 20, entered the roadway and into the lane of travel of 27-year-old Nicholas D. Galardo of Fredonia, who was traveling west on Route 20.
Police said Garlado was unable to avoid the youth and collided with him. The 15-year-old suffered serious injuries and was flown to UPMC Hamot in Erie, Pa. for treatment.
No charges were filed.