A 55-year-old cyclist, Melissa Pears, suffered critical head injuries after being struck by a car while biking east on Holdrege Street—just hours after receiving a speeding ticket. Police say she was traveling too fast, had no bike lights, and didn’t brake before entering the street. Though alcohol wasn’t involved, her lack of visibility led to a life-flight emergency—and a citation for riding without lights. This sobering crash underscores how quickly road conditions can turn deadly—and why every rider must prioritize safety, no matter the rush.

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