Overview
- The collision occurred shortly before 6 p.m. Thursday at La Beurrière in Saint-Sébastien-de-Raids, according to authorities.
- The cyclist was struck from behind on the RD 101 while heading toward the RD 900 in the direction of Saint-Lô.
- The Manche gendarmerie issued a public call for witnesses and provided a dedicated contact line for information.
- Coutances prosecutor Gauthier Poupeau said a flagrant investigation was opened for involuntary homicide aggravated by a hit-and-run.
- Officials said the driver is being actively sought and no arrest had been announced as of Friday, based on statements relayed through AFP and local outlets.