POTTSVILLE, AR - A bicyclist has been killed in a hit and run accident.

Pottsville Police Chief Sam Heron confirms that bicyclist Sam Avery was hit from behind while traveling northbound on Pine Ridge road around 8:05 a.m. Saturday morning. Avery was taken to St. Mary's Regional Hospital where he later died of his injuries.

Police say Avery was participating in the Valleyfest Bike Festival when he was struck by a 1999-2002 maroon or burgandy dodge truck. The truck had damage to the front passenger side.

Pottsville police ask that anyone with information on this accident contact them at 479-968-2864. Or call the Pope County Sheriff's Office at 479-968-0911.