GEORGETOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A bicyclist has passed away after being hit by a car in Georgetown Township last week.
The crash happened June 19 near Fillmore Street and 28th Avenue, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO).
We’re told a 39-year-old woman traveled east when she crossed the centerline and hit the bicyclist, who was navigating the westbound shoulder at the time. The bicyclist was airlifted in critical condition. He was wearing a helmet.
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On Monday, deputies told FOX 17 the bicyclist, 59-year-old Douglas Sjoerdsma of Grandville, has since died of his injuries.
OCSO says Allendale resident Jehnel Jean Pore was at first charged with operating while intoxicated resulting in injury and moving violation resulting in injury, but the news of Sjoerdsma's death may lead to amended charges.
The crash is still under investigation.
Those with knowledge related to the case are encouraged to connect with deputies or Silent Observer at 1-877-88-SILENT.
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