Cyclist injured after being struck by car in Sugar Grove Township

A bicyclist suffered injuries that were not life-threatening Sept. 7 after being struck by a car in the area of Bliss and May roads in Sugar Grove Township.

According to a news release from the Kane County Sheriff’s Office, a preliminary investigation found a Nissan Altima traveling south on Bliss Road about 11:30 a.m. stopped to allow two bicyclists heading southeast on the Virgil Gilman Trail to cross the street after the cyclists activated the bike crossing lights. After the two bicyclists crossed safely, the driver of the Nissan proceeded through the intersection.

While the Nissan was in the intersection, another bicyclist entered the roadway heading northwest from the same trail. The bicyclist made contact with the Nissan, according to the release.

The bicyclist, who was not wearing a safety helmet, was taken to Northwestern Medicine Delnor Hospital with injuries. The driver of the Nissan was not injured and was wearing a seat belt during the time of the crash, according to the release.

No citations have been issued and there is no indication that drugs or alcohol were a factor in the crash, according to the release.