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Springfield Bicyclist, 62, Killed In East Longmeadow Hit-And-Run: Police

A 62-year-old bicyclist from Springfield was the victim of a hit-and-run in East Longmeadow, authorities said. 

East Longmeadow Police

East Longmeadow Police

 Photo Credit: East Longmeadow Police on Facebook
The intersection of North Main Street and Speight Arden where the hit-and-run occurred

The intersection of North Main Street and Speight Arden where the hit-and-run occurred

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The man was struck by a car at the intersection of North Main Street and Speight Arden around 6:20 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, East Longmeadow Police said on Facebook. 

He was taken to a local hospital where he later died, according to police. Officers later learned the involved vehicle kept driving down North Main Street after hitting the bicyclist. 

The suspected driver, 27-year-old Justin Lowe, of Feeding Hills, later turned himself into authorities, police said. He was arrested and charged with the following: 

  • Motor Vehicle Homicide
  • Leaving the Scene of a Personal Injury Accident Resulting in Death
  • Operating with a Suspended License

The investigation has since been turned over to the Hampden County District Attorney's Office. 

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