Cyclist Killed In Old Mission Crash

A Traverse City cyclist was killed in a collision on Center Road on Old Mission Peninsula Monday morning. The victim, 63-year-old Katherine Hardy, died at the scene of the accident after being struck by a southbound vehicle.

According to the Grand Traverse Sheriff's Office, the accident occurred on Center Road near East Shore Road at approximately 7:10am. A 43-year-old Traverse City woman was driving south in a 2022 Toyota Highlander and struck Hardy while she was riding her bike. The accident occurred in the southbound lane of Center Road. 

The Michigan State Police responded to the scene to assist with measurements and photographs. The crash remains under investigation.