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One woman dead after being struck by tractor trailer while riding her bike

A 29-year-old woman died after being struck by a tractor trailer while riding her bike in Harrisburg.
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HARRISBURG, Pa. — A tractor trailer struck a woman riding her bike in Harrisburg on Dec. 27. She later died, officials said.

The 29-year-old woman was riding her bike west in the crosswalk in the area of South Cameron and Paxton Streets around 6:15 p.m. Initial investigation alleges that a tractor trailer driving south with a solid green traffic light struck her.

Authorities say the woman was rushed to a local hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries.

The driver of the tractor trailer stopped immediately and is cooperating with an ongoing police investigation, according to a city spokesperson.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact the Harrisburg Police at 717-558-6900. Tips and information can also be submitted via CRIMEWATCH.

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