Bicycle Hit by Car on SR 309 in Allen County Thursday Night

A bicyclist escaped with minor injuries after her bicycle was struck by a vehicle on State Route 309 near Thayer Road in Allen County last Thursday night.

According to a release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol, at around 11:50pm, 33 year old Hali N. Conner, of Lima, was riding a bicycle east on 309, near the right

side berm when she was struck by an eastbound passenger vehicle. 

Conner was treated at the scene by Perry Township EMS. 

The vehicle that struck her did not stop after the crash and reportedly continued eastbound on 309.

The passenger vehicle is believed to be silver in color with possible damage to the right front and side. 

The State Patrol is asking anyone with information regarding the crash to contact the Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol at (419)228-7072.

Troopers want to remind any bicyclist who chooses to use the roadway to be equipped with an illuminated headlight and tail light after sunset.

They are also encouraged to wear reflective material for enhanced visibility.