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Wheeling police investigating fatal bike accident

WHEELING, W.Va. — An investigation is underway into a reported fatal bicycle accident.

Wheeling police said a man died on the Heritage Trail in South Wheeling near the Interstate-470 bridge Saturday. Police responded to the scene at 5:20 p.m., collected evidence, and determined the man was injured in what appeared to be a bicycle accident.

The man died at the scene from his injuries. His name has not been released.

Wheeling police said there is no threat to the public. The Heritage Trail remains open.





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