Crime & Safety
Pinellas Park Police Investigate Serious Crash Involving Bicycle
Pinellas Park police are investigating a serious crash involving a bicyclist that took place early Monday in the 6200 block of 66th Street.
PINELLAS PARK, FL — Pinellas Park police are investigating a hit-and-run crash with serious injuries involving a bicyclist early Monday morning in the 6200 block of 66th Street.
Police were called to the scene at about 4:20 a.m. for a crash involving a car and a bicycle.
When they arrived, officers discovered that the car involved had fled the scene.
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The bicyclist, Dustin Kwilecki 34, of Kenneth City, was taken to the hospital where he is listed in critical condition.
Police said Kwilecki was riding south along 66th Street when a red 2006-2010 Chrysler 300 or Magnum struck him from behind and then fled.
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Police said the car has a damaged passenger side mirror. Anyone with information on the identity of the drivers should contact the Pinellas Park Police Department at 727-369-7864. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County at 800-873-TIPS (8477).
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