Tuesday, September 10, 2024
TOLAR — A hit-and-run incident during the 16th Annual Blazin' Saddle 75 cycling event left three participants injured. The event, held at Granbury Middle School, attracted more than 1,000 cyclists. The accident occurred early Saturday morning as the cyclists navigated a section of the route.
According to the Tolar Volunteer Fire Department's Facebook posts, Chad Hamm was on the scene and rendered aid alongside the individual, an older man, who hit the cyclists. After a few moments, the older man got back into his car and drove away.
The Tolar Volunteer Fire Department requested help searching for a silver Nissan Rogue (year unknown) involved in the hit-and-run on Hill City Highway just south of Tolar. The car was reported to be found shortly after the incident.
Social media contributor Mike Donnelly posted about the incident, stating the driver later turned himself in to the police. Two injured cyclists were airlifted to the hospital, while the third was transported by ambulance. The current medical status of the injured cyclists remains unknown.
The accident has sparked discussions on social media about the safety of the intersections along the route. Facebook user Lisa Kiechler highlighted the dangers, recounting a close call with a cyclist hidden by overhanging tree branches.
Local authorities are investigating the incident. Hood County News will report further as details become available.
The Blazin' Saddle 75, a well-known event in the cycling community, began at 7:30 a.m. at Granbury Middle School, located at 2000 Crossland Road in Granbury.
