LAS CRUCES, NM - A woman was arrested on multiple charges in connection with an accident that killed a bicycle rider in Las Cruces, KOAT reported.
The victim, identified as 70-year-old Roberto Granado, was riding a bicycle south on Melendres Street at about noon when the incident occurred last Saturday. Investigators said a woman was driving north on the roadway when she sideswiped a parked vehicle and then struck Granado. The rider was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said the driver involved, 39-year-old Vianey Adams, tried to leave the scene of the crash but was stopped by a bystander.
Adams is facing charges that include vehicular homicide, leaving the scene of a crash, driving under the influence, and child abuse. Her 3-year-old son was with her at the time of the incident, according to investigators.
Our Albuquerque car accident lawyer will continue to monitor this developing story and provide any additional information as it is released to the public.
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