Biker Hit and Killed in Grand Rapids

In Grand Rapids, Michigan, local news sources have reported that a major bicycle accident led to a fatality.

Officials from the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office say that during the accident, a 31 year old, male bike rider was hit while in traffic.  Police say that after being hit by a vehicle on west Michigan, the male biker was killed.

After the accident, Sgt. Steve Austin told local news sources that Daniel Eskildsen had been heading east when he failed to stop at a red light at U.S. 31 on Monday at 10:50 PM.

A 29 year old driver supposedly had the right of way.  However, he did not sustain any injuries during the crash.

Police have not released any additional details at this time.

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