“15-Year-Old Florida Student Myles Farago Killed in Tragic Bicycle Crash | Update: Dec 14, 2023”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Tragedy struck in Pasco County early Thursday morning when a 15-year-old student was hit and killed while riding his bicycle to school. The incident occurred at around 6:30 a.m. on Kitten Trail when a 31-year-old man driving a Dodge Charger collided with the teenager.

According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the Charger was traveling eastbound when it encountered the bicyclist who was also traveling eastbound in the travel lane. The road was dark and unlighted, and the bicyclist did not have any lights on his bicycle. Despite the driver’s attempt to avoid a collision, the vehicle struck the rear of the bicycle, causing severe injuries to the rider. Tragically, the 15-year-old boy, identified as Myles Farago from Hudson, was taken to a hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Hudson Academy, which is located near the crash scene, released a statement expressing their sorrow over the loss of one of their students. Myles Farago was described as a kind, caring, and talented student, and the school has provided a crisis team on campus to offer support to both staff and students grieving his passing. The school community is asking for prayers for Myles’ family and is urging everyone to respect their privacy during this difficult time.

The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of bicycle safety, especially during low-light conditions. It is crucial for bicyclists to use proper lighting and reflective gear to make themselves visible to drivers on the road, reducing the risk of accidents. Additionally, wearing a helmet can greatly mitigate the severity of injuries in the event of a collision.

The Florida Highway Patrol is conducting an investigation into the accident to determine the exact circumstances that led to the collision. The driver of the Dodge Charger is cooperating with authorities, and it is unclear at this time whether any charges will be filed.

This heartbreaking incident has left the community in mourning and serves as a reminder of the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and protect vulnerable road users, such as bicyclists and pedestrians..