Cyclist killed near Alpine / highway 280

Sadly, a sigalert says that a cyclist has been killed on Alpine & highway 280 this afternoon.

Possible Fatality - Alpine Rd at 280 North 3:37 PM
* Message/Item Delivered Fire 3:39 PM
* 18 Wheeler vs Bicyclist 3:39 PM
* Per 91-74 Inquire If a Comm Unit Can Rspn and Assist Please 3:43 PM
* Female Advsing Subject not Moving Under Semi--Can See a Hat and Shoes Only Sticking Out 3:45 PM
* Reporting Party on Line 10 Connected Fire--Fire Going On Scene 3:45 PM
* Per 91-74 West Lanes is Closed 3:46 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 3:46 PM
* Roll Corner 3:47 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 3:50 PM
* Message/Item Delivered Smco Coroner, Will Call Back 3:51 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 3:51 PM
* Transportation Management Center Copies-Confirm Only with B Alpine is Closed at this Time, E/b Still Open? Thanks 4:00 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 4:00 PM
* Copy Thanks, Will Post in Media Log 4:02 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 4:03 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 4:05 PM
* CHP Unit on Scene 4:26 PM
* Thomas Guide Map Coordinates: 810 2E

So it goes.

Update: Almanac Online says she was in her late 40's or early 50's.

The CHP is interviewing the big-rig's driver, and is seeking witnesses to the accident. Anyone with information is encouraged to call (650) 369-6261 and ask to speak to Officer Keith Nielsen.


Update (11/5 9am): Palo Alto Online says the women's name was Lauren Perdriau Ward, age 47. Rest in peace.

Comments

  1. RenNovember 5, 2010 at 10:23 AM

    i drove by just as the chp arrived. never have I ever seen something so horrific up close. I hope she went quickly.

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