Lansing, NY (June 4, 2026) – A bicyclist was seriously injured on Wednesday afternoon, June 3, after being struck by a vehicle in Tompkins County. The accident happened around 3:02 p.m. on Brickyard Road near Ludlowville Road in the town of Lansing.
New York State Police said troopers were dispatched by Tompkins 911 after the crash was reported. The preliminary investigation found that a vehicle traveling on Brickyard Road struck a bicyclist who was also traveling on the same road.
The bicyclist was flown by helicopter to Upstate Medical University for treatment. No name, age, or updated medical condition was released in the initial report. The collision remains under review as troopers continue gathering information.
We hope the injured bicyclist receives the care needed for recovery.
What Details Are Usually Reviewed After Bicycle Accidents?
Bicycle accidents frequently require a close review of vehicle direction, rider position, and how both were moving before contact. Investigators may look at whether the bicyclist was traveling with traffic, near the shoulder, or closer to the travel lane.
Road design can also matter. Shoulders, curves, hills, lane width, and sight distance may affect how quickly a driver sees a rider ahead. Weather, lighting, and traffic volume may provide added context.
Medical helicopter use points to serious concern at the time of response, though full injury details may take longer to confirm. Vehicle damage, road markings, witness accounts, and nearby camera footage may help build a clearer timeline.
