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Bicyclist Fatally Struck By Car In Laguna Hills

The crash closed all lanes on Paseo De Valencia at Alicia Parkway in Laguna Hills.

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At least one person died in a fatal traffic crash in Laguna Hills Friday afternoon, the Orange County Sheriff's Department reported.
At least one person died in a fatal traffic crash in Laguna Hills Friday afternoon, the Orange County Sheriff's Department reported. (Orange County Sheriff's Department Courtesy Photo)

LAGUNA HILLS, CA —A man riding a bicycle was fatally hit by a vehicle Friday in Laguna Hills.

The man was fatally injured about 10 a.m. near Paseo De Valencia and Alicia Parkway, said Orange County sheriff's Sgt. Todd Hylton.

His name was withheld, pending notification of his relatives.

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The motorist was questioned by authorities, and the investigation was continuing, Hylton said.

Paseo De Valencia was closed between La Paz Road and Alicia Parkway, a closure that was continuing early Friday afternoon, Hylton said.

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Motorists were asked to avoid the area while the investigation continues.

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