Police say the driver hit several other cars before striking the bicyclist, and the suspect had not been located as of the report.
CLEVELAND, OH - October 20, 2026
A 35-year-old bicyclist died after a pickup truck struck him in Cleveland, and the driver fled on foot, according to Cleveland 19 News. Police are searching for the suspect, who was reported to be at large.
Key Facts
- Date: October 18, 2026 (per the publisher)
- Location: W. 25th Street and Detroit Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run involving a bicyclist
- Vehicles involved: Black Ford F-150 pickup truck
- Injuries / fatalities: Multiple injuries reported; one fatality
- Responding agencies: Cleveland Police Department, Cleveland EMS, Highland Hills Police Department
- Reported by: Cleveland 19 News
Crash Overview
Police said the crash happened shortly before 5 p.m. near W. 25th Street and Detroit Avenue. According to police, the driver had left the W. 6th Street area and became caught in traffic tied to a Cleveland Browns game.
Police said officers saw the driver become frustrated and move left of center, hitting several cars and losing one wheel. The driver then crossed the Detroit Avenue Bridge and struck the bicyclist.
Cleveland EMS took the bicyclist to a hospital, where he died of his injuries. Police said the pickup became stuck in a nearby roundabout and the driver ran away on foot. Motorcycle officers tried to chase the driver but could not find him.
People Involved
The bicyclist was identified as William Mays, 35, of Highland Hills. His aunt, Angela Williams, described him as kind and active in his community, and his family has asked the driver to turn himself in. Highland Hills police said Mays was a valued member of the community, and the department had bought him a new bicycle in July after his old one broke down during his commute to Highland Heights.