Bicyclist Killed In Accident On Coast Highway 101 In North County

ENCINITAS, CA — A man on a bicycle was killed in an accident Sunday in San Diego's North County, authorities said.

Deputies from the North Coastal Sheriff's Station responded shortly after noon to a bicyclist down in the 2700 block of South Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas, according to the San Diego County Sheriff's Department.

"Deputies and paramedics attempted life saving measures, but the man unfortunately died from his injuries," Deputy David Drake said.

The 48-year-old man's name was withheld pending notification of his next of kin, but he was believed to be a resident of Encinitas, Drake said.

The cause of the accident was under investigation.

"It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs was a factor in this incident," Drake said. "There was no indication or evidence of a collision with a vehicle located at the scene."

Anyone with information was asked to contact the station's traffic division at 760-966-3500.