Tragic Nighttime Bicycle Fatality on Highway 51 | Baton Rouge News

A tragic nighttime crash on US Highway 51 claimed the life of 52-year-old cyclist Robert L. Peterkin, struck by a Nissan Sentra while he lay in the roadway without a helmet. The driver escaped injury, but Peterkin’s death underscores the critical need for cyclist visibility and protective gear. Authorities are still investigating the full circumstances of the collision as the community mourns his loss. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e8dceb1fe8635a5e