This is the archival website for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA). It is not kept up to date. Please visit the SFMTA website for current information. SFMTA Statement on Bicyclist Fatality |
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Release date: 10/8/10 *** Press Release ***On Thursday, October 8, at approximately 5 p.m., a 44 O’Shaughnessy bus traveling northbound on 6th Avenue at Clement Street collided with a bicyclist. The bicyclist, Mr. Derek Allen, was pronounced dead at the scene. "This is a terrible tragedy," said Nathaniel P. Ford Sr., Executive Director/CEO of the SFMTA, which operates Muni. “I would like to extend our deepest condolences to his family and friends. Yesterday’s accident is a sad reminder that motorists, buses, trains, bikes and pedestrians often share a single transportation space, which requires all users to remain vigilant.” The Muni Operator involved in the accident was TommieBarnett, hired in 2008. He has been placed on non-driving status and tested under Muni’s drug and alcohol policies, according to standard procedures. Muni buses serving the 44 Route were re-routed around the accident scene until 7:55 p.m. The investigation is ongoing. |
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