Bus Versus Bicycle Collision near Joanna Avenue Left Goleta Man Injured

VENTURA, CA (September 26, 2023) – Thursday morning, police arrested Edgar Landeros following a hit-and-run collision involving a bicyclist on Telegraph Road.

The collision happened around 9:50 a.m. on Telegraph Road near Joanne Avenue.

According to the police, a blue bus attempted to overtake a bicyclist when the bus struck the bike’s handlebars.

The impact of the crash caused the bicyclist to fall to the ground as the bus’ rear wheel ran over the victim. However, the bus driver did not pull over and continued on its route without rendering aid to the victim.

A motorist traveling behind the bus witnessed the incident and stopped to help the bicyclist. The victim – identified as a 64-year-old man from Goleta – sustained significant lower body injuries.

In addition, a witness identified the bus as a VCTC vehicle, which led to the arrest of the driver, 33-year-old Edgar Landeros of Oxnard.

Police booked Landeros in Ventura County Jail.

Those who witnessed the incident are encouraged to contact the Ventura Police Command Center at 805-650-8010.

Thousands of people are injured each year due to reckless driving. If you’re behind the wheel, pay full attention to the road and your surroundings. Do not engage in any non-driving activity which creates a potential distraction. You can help prevent an accident by abiding by all traffic laws and observing safety precautions.

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