28-04-2025
EBRSO identifies man hit and killed while sitting near bike on Jones Creek Road
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — An investigation is underway after a man was hit and killed while sitting near his bicycle on Sunday, April 27.
According to the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Office (EBRSO), the incident happened in the 5300 block of Jones Creek Road around 11 p.m.
Deputies confirmed Michael Sterling, 60, was sitting next to his bicycle in the southbound lane when he was hit near Market Street.
EMS reported that Sterling was taken to the hospital in critical condition. He later died, according to EBRSO.
The sheriff's office located the driver of the vehicle, who told deputies he believed that he hit a bicycle in the road.
Detectives learned that the victim suffers from heavy seizures and had not been home in several days.
The East Baton Rouge Parish Coroner's Office will determine the cause of death.
The St. George Fire Department also responded to the scene, provided medical care, and helped with cleanup.
The investigation remains ongoing, and more information will be shared as it becomes available.
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