Bicyclist dead after hit-and-run on Fillmore Avenue

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A bicyclist is dead after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run early Saturday morning in Buffalo, a police spokesperson announced.

Police responded around 2:15 a.m. to Fillmore near Howard Street, where officials said a 24-year-old Cheektowaga man was riding a bicycle southbound on Fillmore when he was struck from behind by a vehicle. The victim was declared deceased at the scene.

Witnesses told police that the vehicle involved, a dark SUV, left the scene of the incident.

Police believe the vehicle could be a Jeep Cherokee, and that it possibly has dark tinted windows and front end damage.

Anyone with information is asked to call or text Buffalo police's confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.