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TEMPE, Maricopa County, Ariz., Nov. 5, 2026 — A bicyclist suffered critical injuries on Wednesday, November 4, after being struck by a car near Scottsdale Rd and McKellips Rd in Tempe, according to the Tempe Police Department.
The man was reportedly riding his bicycle mid-block when a car hit him. The exact circumstances of how the collision happened have not been released.
Emergency crews took the bicyclist to a hospital with critical injuries. The driver of the car remained at the scene when officers arrived, according to the report. No further details have been released. The Tempe Police Department is investigating the crash.
We wish the injured a complete and speedy recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Arizona
This bicycle crash happened at Scottsdale Rd and McKellips Rd in Tempe, AZ. Our Arizona intersections page covers intersection crashes across Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do cyclists have the same rights to the road as drivers?
In most states, including Arizona, bicyclists are legally treated as operators of vehicles and share the same rights and responsibilities as drivers, including the right to use travel lanes.
Are bicycle crashes more likely to happen at intersections?
Many bicycle collisions occur at intersections or driveways where a vehicle crosses a cyclist's path, though crashes can also happen mid-block, as reported in this incident.
What injuries are most common for cyclists hit by vehicles?
Cyclists struck by cars frequently suffer head injuries, broken bones, and internal injuries, since they have little protection compared to someone inside a vehicle.
What typically causes vehicle versus bicycle collisions?
Common factors include a driver failing to see a cyclist, turning or crossing into a cyclist's path, and low visibility conditions, though the specific cause in any crash is determined by investigators.
