BROCKTON, Plymouth County, Mass., Oct. 10, 2026 — A man riding an e-bike was injured Thursday evening, October 8, when a driver struck him near a Dunkin' location in Brockton and fled the scene. The crash happened shortly after 7 p.m. on the 1700 block of Main Street.
The victim, described by the police as a man in his 20s, was taken to an area hospital, although his injuries are considered non-life-threatening.
Detectives said they initially described the victim as a pedestrian before confirming he had been riding an e-bike at the time of the crash.
Investigators are looking for a silver Ford Flex that was reportedly seen on nearby Hayward Avenue around the time of the crash. The vehicle's driver has not been identified, and the search for the car remains active. The case remains under investigation. No charges have been announced.
We wish those injured a full recovery.
What Actually Cuts Down Hit-And-Run Crashes Involving Cyclists
Roadways near busy commercial strips, like the stretch of Main Street involved here, tend to see more conflicts between cars and cyclists simply because of how many turning movements and driveway entries happen in short spans of pavement. Engineers have found that adding raised bike lanes, protected intersections, and better street lighting near retail corridors cuts down on exactly these kinds of close encounters by giving both drivers and riders more time to see each other and react.
That reaction time is the real issue. A driver glancing at a phone or fumbling with a drive-through order loses a second or two of attention, and at normal city speeds that's usually enough distance to miss seeing a cyclist entering the roadway. Distraction doesn't just slow a driver's reflexes; it can erase the window where braking or swerving was still possible.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 22 percent of pedalcyclists who died had blood alcohol concentrations of .01 g/dL or higher in 2023. That figure is a reminder that impairment, not just inattention, plays a role in a meaningful share of these crashes, which is why investigators routinely check for both factors when a cyclist is struck.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common when a cyclist is hit by a car?
Riders usually suffer fractures, head and neck injuries, and road rash from being thrown from the bike. Even crashes that look minor can cause injuries that aren't obvious until a medical exam is done.
What usually causes these kinds of crashes?
Common factors include driver distraction, failure to yield at turns or driveways, speeding, and low visibility conditions such as dusk or nighttime riding.
Does speed make a big difference in how serious the crash is?
Yes. Even a modest increase in a vehicle's speed sharply raises the force involved in a collision, which is part of why crashes on higher-speed roads tend to produce more serious injuries than similar crashes at lower speeds.
Why is distracted driving especially dangerous for cyclists?
Cyclists are smaller and less visible than cars, so a driver needs every available second to notice them and respond. A brief distraction can remove that window entirely.
What to Do After a Hit-And-Run Crash in Brockton, Massachusetts
If you're involved in or witness a hit-and-run crash, try to get a license plate number, vehicle description, or direction of travel if it's safe to do so. Call 911 immediately so officers can begin searching while the trail is still warm.
Anyone injured, even if symptoms seem mild at first, should be seen by a medical professional. Adrenaline can mask pain from fractures or internal injuries for hours after a crash.
Filing a police report is essential for any hit-and-run, both for the investigation and for any insurance claims that follow. If you have surveillance footage, dashcam video, or photos from the scene, share them with police promptly, as these details can be critical to identifying a driver who left the scene.
