By Crash News Writer 
Yorktown, NY (August 15, 2025) — A tragic crash Thursday morning in Yorktown claimed the life of a bicyclist and left a young driver hospitalized, according to local police.
According to reports, the incident occurred around 7:45 a.m. on August 14 along Route 134. Police say the bicyclist was riding in the roadway when they were struck by a vehicle. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and pronounced the bicyclist dead on-site.
The driver of the vehicle, a 21-year-old woman, was transported to Northern Westchester Hospital. Her current condition has not been released.
Yorktown Town Supervisor Ed Lachterman urged the public not to rush to judgment, emphasizing the need for a full investigation before assigning blame. Authorities have not released the names of either the cyclist or the driver.
Yorktown Police continue to investigate the crash to determine the cause and contributing factors.
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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE
This article is based on preliminary details provided by local authorities and may be updated as more information becomes available.
- The identities of the bicyclist and the driver have not yet been released pending official confirmation and family notification.
- Police have not disclosed the exact circumstances that led to the crash, and the investigation remains active.
- For traffic updates and safety alerts related to Route 134, consult Yorktown Police or local transportation authorities.
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