West Monroe, LA (June 6, 2026) – A bicyclist was killed following a fatal collision involving a bicycle and a truck at Cypress Street and North 7th Street on Thursday, June 4.
The West Monroe Police Department reported that 63-year-old Donald Conway was riding east on Cypress Street while crossing through the intersection when a truck traveling north on North 7th Street approached.
Investigators said the traffic signal facing North 7th Street was red as Conway entered the crossing. The signal changed to green before the bicyclist had fully cleared the intersection, and the truck continued forward, striking him.
Conway was taken to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries. The truck driver remained at the stop and cooperated with investigators. Authorities said impairment is not suspected. No identities beyond Conway have been released.
Our sympathy goes out to the loved ones of Donald Conway.
What Investigators Review in Bicycle and Vehicle Intersection Cases
When a bicycle and a vehicle collide at an intersection, investigators review signal timing, right-of-way rules, and how each party entered the crossing. Traffic light cycles are analyzed to see how signal changes may have influenced movement.
In Louisiana, bicycle-related crashes are a recurring safety concern. According to state and federal traffic safety data, dozens of bicyclists are killed, and hundreds more are injured each year in collisions with motor vehicles across the state. Intersections are among the most common locations for these incidents, due to turning conflicts, failure to yield, or misjudgment of speed and distance.
Investigators also assess visibility, driver awareness, and physical evidence such as vehicle position, debris, and roadway markings. Witness statements can further help clarify how the collision unfolded.
