BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) \u2014 A bicyclist is dead after being hit by a Bakersfield Fire Department vehicle Friday morning near Union Avenue and 4th Street.<\/p>\n
Fire department crews on scene immediately provided medical aid to the cyclist, who was transported to a local hospital, according to Bakersfield fire officials. The department has now confirmed the bicyclist died from their injuries.<\/p>\n
The Bakersfield Police Department is leading the investigation into the collision. BPD informed 23ABC that video and witness statements reveal the bicyclist ran a red light and the incident is under review. Fire officials said they are fully cooperating with the investigation. <\/p>\n
No additional details have been released at this time.<\/p>\n
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