Authorities are releasing the name of a bicyclist killed after being struck by a commercial vehicle in Gilbert Wednesday morning.
Gilbert Police say 33-year-old Jenna Taylor was hit at the intersection of Val Vista Drive and Ray Road. The area was closed in both directions for several hours as officers investigated the accident.
A second bicyclist was also injured in the collision, their condition is not known at this time.
crews on scene of car versus bicyclists. Treating 2, one in critical condition. Intersection of Val Vista & Ray closed at this time.
— Gilbert Fire Rescue (@GilbertFireDept) May 31, 2017
Please expect hard road closures on Val Vista and Ray in all directions due to an investigation with a vehicle/pedestrian accident. pic.twitter.com/YupMtKDqWC
— Gilbert Police Dept. (@GilbertPolice) May 31, 2017
Gilbert police said it's unknown if any charges are expected in the case but an investigation is ongoing.
A spokesperson for Baker Commodities, the company that owns the truck that was involved in the collision released the following statement: "This morning at approximately 8 a.m. a Baker Commodities truck was involved in a collision with a bicyclist at the intersection of Val Vista & Ray in Gilbert, AZ. We are heartbroken to learn that the accident resulted in a fatality. We are working closely with local police to determine the exact sequence of events."
Details are limited at this time, stay with ABC15 and abc15.com for updates on this developing story.
