Boise Police investigating vehicle vs bicycle crash at 9th and River

On February 18, 2024, around 9:45 pm Boise Police was dispatched to a vehicle vs bicycle crash at the intersection of S. 9th St. and W. River St. The first arriving officer recognized the adult male bicyclist was suffering from serious, life-threatening injuries. Two bystanders who were healthcare workers, assisted the officer and began providing lifesaving medical care. Paramedics arrived on scene and transported the victim to the hospital for treatment. Evidence indicates the adult male driver of the involved vehicle was in the turn lane on W. River St. and attempting to turn southbound onto S. 9th St. when he struck the cyclist in the crosswalk. The crash is under investigation and no charges have been filed at this time.