Bicyclist struck by vehicle in Centerville

UPDATE @ 6 a.m.: A bicyclist was transported to an area hospital with minor injuries after being struck by a vehicle early Monday.

OTHER LOCAL NEWS: Hamilton man identified in fatal Butler County crash 

Police and medics were dispatched to Bigger Road and Carriage Trace Boulevard on a reported pedestrian strike around 5:15 a.m., per initial reports.

Authorities say the cyclist was riding south on Bigger Road in the right hand lane when the vehicle hit him. The driver told authorities he did not see the rider.

Police say the bicyclist was wearing a helmet at the time of the strike and fortunately only suffered a cut on his head.

No word on if the driver of the vehicle will be cited. The crash remains under investigation.

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