82-Year-Old Bicyclist Killed in Battle Creek Crash

An 82-year-old Bedford Township bicyclist died after a vehicle struck him on Helmer Road in Battle Creek.

Battle Creek Police said the crash happened shortly after 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026, near Cherrywood Lane.

The man was riding north on Helmer Road when a southbound vehicle crossed the center line and hit his bicycle.

The vehicle was driven by a 35-year-old Battle Creek man who remained at the scene and spoke with investigators.

Officers began CPR before the Battle Creek Fire Department and LifeCare Ambulance crews arrived and continued emergency care.

The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities had not released the bicyclist’s name in the initial independent report.

A second local report also said the crash remains under investigation, and no charging decision was announced.

The initial account does not identify why the vehicle crossed the center line.

Drivers and cyclists traveling through the Helmer Road area should use extra care while the investigation continues.

Q: Where did the fatal Battle Creek bicycle crash happen?

The collision occurred on Helmer Road South near Cherrywood Lane in Battle Creek.

Q: When did the crash happen?

Police were called shortly after 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026.

Q: Has anyone been charged in the Battle Creek crash?

No charges were announced in the initial reports, and police said the investigation remains active.