Cyclist Receives Life Threatening Injuries in Late Night Crash

Osman Serrano, 33, rode his mountain bike east on 62nd Avenue Monday night in Seminole just before 11p.m. As Serrano crossed Seminole Boulevard he reportedly rode out in front of a pick-up truck driven by Michael Pompeo, 48, of Seminole, according to deputies.

Deputies say the truck hit the bike and the cyclist was ejected from his bike and fell underneath the truck. Pompeo called fire officials and Serrano was transported by ambulance to Bayfront Medical Center.

Serrano has multiple, serious injuries. Pompeo was not injured in the crash, according to a news release.

Deputies say speed was not a factor in the crash and Pompeo had the right of way.

Authorities say alcohol was not a factor with the truck driver, but "may be a factor with the bicyclist."

The investigation continues.