OMG..no.... Two local cyclists killed..third seriously wounded

**BabyBlueNTulsa** · 06-09-2009, 06:54 PM

http://www.newson6.com/global/story.asp?s=10505050

I know the man who was seriously injured and in surgery tonight and know OF the two who were killed.. Both were bright, happy, selfless people.

I am devastated.

I use this same road quite often.. its a four lane highway (not ever "busy") with a WIDE shoulder..and its used by cyclists ALL THE TIME.

I read you guys post these stories more often than any of us would like..but to have it hit home... OMG.. I just can't even process this.

A very good friend of mine just got emails from the victims this morning. He is in a state of shock. All of us in the area are in a state of disbelief at the sensless killing of two (hopefully not three) good friends.

Why the H do people continue to drink and drive?? GD it...

**BabyBlueNTulsa** · 06-09-2009, 07:21 PM

http://www.kjrh.com/content/news/2vi...hsmf3VuAA.cspx

video story...

**Zen** · 06-09-2009, 07:37 PM

Originally Posted by BabyBlueNTulsa

Why the H do people continue to drink and drive?? GD it...

Because they laws aren't strict enough. This is probably not this womans first offense if this is any indication:

"she didn't know she had hit anybody and had to be flagged down by a motorist witness"

How horrible.

**BabyBlueNTulsa** · 06-09-2009, 07:43 PM

I have ridden with the survivor.. He is so so so very nice. ... a local team racer... I pray he makes it after surgery AND recovers.

I just won't ever understand why people turn to alcohol (or drugs) as a coping mechanism. It never works...and usually can make things infinitely worse if given half a chance..

Don't DRINK and drive!!!! Buy a freekin bicycle <ride it> and cogitate on your life... disbelief turning into anger already.... gawd...

**Groundhog** · 06-09-2009, 07:57 PM

I'm so sorry for all the victims and their families. My heart goes out to them.

**Reesha** · 06-09-2009, 08:08 PM

That's horrifying

DUI laws need to be tougher and more carefully enforced everywhere... it's the only way you'll actually curb the occurrence.

Seems this was mid day but on another note, bars should have breathalyzer machines as a free service for patrons on their way out. If people actually choose see the number, it might make a difference.

**Zen** · 06-09-2009, 08:15 PM

If she was that far gone at that time of day she is likely a serious alcoholic and was drinking at home.
Or while driving around

**msincredible** · 06-09-2009, 10:13 PM

So sorry to hear the terrible news.

**crazycanuck** · 06-09-2009, 10:29 PM

Oh dear

I'm sorry to hear about the accident. I hope you'll continue to support the injured rider.

Some things just do not make sense..*shakes head*

**papaver** · 06-09-2009, 10:41 PM

this is so sad.

**jesvetmed** · 06-09-2009, 10:51 PM

How absolutely terrible. My thoughts are with the families and the survivor. Hope to hear good news on that one from you.

**deeaimond** · 06-09-2009, 11:18 PM

This is really tragic and sad. For the two lives lost, the families, even for this woman who has to live with what she has done. If she was drunk at 4 in the afternoon she must have some serious problems.

I was looking through the comments on the first link, and i'm amazed at the animosity some people have for cyclists. Unfortunately, to non-cyclists, all kinds of cyclists are lumped in the same category. I think thats the problem. They don't really have any clue what we're doing.

(Honestly, I always fear something like this might happen to me, and have my parents have to deal with the aftermath. But I tell myself at least I'm living life to the fullest, doing something I like. When we cycle on the road, these are the risks we're taking.)

**OakLeaf** · 06-10-2009, 03:26 AM

I'm so sorry to hear that.

**tctrek** · 06-10-2009, 04:24 AM

It's hard to believe that people drive drunk. The amount of accidents and deaths caused by drunk drivers is proof that the DUI laws are too lenient. I think if you kill someone while driving drunk that it is murder. Period.

**itself** · 06-10-2009, 04:27 AM

We have a zero tolerance for alcohol here in Arizona. In fact, Charles Barclay, NBA star, was recently put in "tent" city here after an offense, a place you just don't want to go to...rats everywhere.

If you get a DUI here in AZ, six months in jail, and a five thousand dollar fine. Many of course, go to an attorney but still end up in tent city.

This incident is so senseless. Hopefully the driver will get vehicular homicide and spend a lot of time in jail...

Lisa

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Sad, very sad

ugh

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