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Bicyclist killed in Eastside hit-and-run

Justin L. Mack

justin.mack@Indystar.com

A 27-year-old bicyclist was killed late Saturday on the Eastside

An Indianapolis man was killed late Saturday in a hit-and-run crash on the Eastside.

About 10:45 p.m. Saturday, IMPD officers were called to the intersection of East Michigan Street and North Euclid Avenue on a report of a person struck by a vehicle.

Upon arrival, investigators found the cyclist, 27-year-old Charles Jones, unresponsive and lying in the road. Medics tried to save Jones, but he died on the way to Eskenazi Hospital.

Police have yet to identify to a suspect vehicle in the incident.

Anyone with information about the crash is asked to call Crime Stoppers of Central Indiana at (317) 262-8477. Callers may also text “INDYCS” plus tip information to 274637.

Call Star reporter Justin L. Mack at (317) 444-6138. Follow him on Twitter:@justinlmack.