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An 86-year-old was killed in a hit-and-run while riding his bicycle in Robeson County. The incident occurred just after 9 p.m. on Friday, September 29th on Old Lowery and McGoogan Farm roads.
The initial investigation determined that the vehicle and the bicyclist were heading south on Old Lowery Road when the car failed to slow down and hit the victim. The vehicle didn’t stop and drove away from the scene.
The bicyclist has been identified as 86-year-old James Woriax of Lumberton. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Troopers added that Woriax was wearing a reflective vest during the crash.
Authorities are searching for the suspect vehicle.
At The Law Offices of Jason E. Taylor, our hearts and prayers go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of both James who suffered this tragic loss of life. We share our condolences for this devastating bicycle accident.
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