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Bicyclist killed on Young Harris mountain

YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. – Earlier this afternoon, Wednesday, Feb. 27, a 66-year-old local bicyclist was struck and killed by a motorist while traveling west on Highway 76, in the vicinity of Young Harris mountain.

According to Towns County emergency responders dispatched to the scene, it appeared that the man may have slightly swerved into traffic to avoid something in his path when the approaching vehicle collided.

The next of kin is the process of notification at this time.

A law enforcement source tells FYN that no charges were filed against the motorist.

FYN will provide additional details as they become available.

Towns Co Content Specialist

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