CHP locates vehicle from January 21 collision in the Covelo area

Original Press Release:

On January 21, 2019, at approximately 6:02PM, an officer with the Round Valley Tribal Police was driving on SR-162 (Mendocino Pass Road), when he noticed a bicycle on the shoulder which had collision damage to it. The officer stopped to investigate and found the male rider, deceased near the bicycle. Officers from the California Highway Patrol were summoned to the scene and determined that the bicyclist was struck by a vehicle, which subsequently fled the scene. The suspect is believed to have fled the scene, eastbound on SR-162 (Mendocino Pass Road).

The California Highway Patrol is investigating the collision. Deputies from the Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office responded to handle the coroner’s report. Personnel from Cal-Fire and the Round Valley Tribal Police assisted with the scene.

The California Highway Patrol is requesting the publics help in finding the driver and involved vehicle. If anyone has information regarding the identity of the driver or the vehicle, please contact the California Highway Patrol, at (707) 923-2155.