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New York – A teenager riding an e-bike was struck and killed in a collision involving an SUV in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday, according to police.
The NYPD said a 911 call came in just before 9 a.m. reporting a motor vehicle collision on Centre Street and Chambers Street.
What we know:
A preliminary investigation shows the 17-year-old boy was cycling north on Centre Street before colliding with a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe going in the same direction.
The Tahoe was being driven by a 40-year-old woman, who remained on the scene, police said.
EMS responded and pronounced the boy dead at the scene, officials said.
What we don’t know:
Police did not immediately release the names of the cyclist and driver involved.
The investigation into what caused the fatal collision is ongoing.
The Source: This report is based on information from the NYPD.