Driver Arrested After Denver Sunnyside Bicyclist Killed in Hit-and-Run

A bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Monday evening at the intersection of West 38th Avenue and Tejon Street in Denver's Sunnyside neighborhood. The incident has reignited frustration among bike safety advocates, as a protected bike lane once proposed for this intersection in 2021 was never built due to pushback from local businesses over lost parking, and the project remains unfunded and indefinitely postponed. Police arrested 28-year-old Jonathan Jarabek in connection with the fatal crash, and he faces charges for leaving the scene involving death. Meanwhile, another recent hit-and-run in Denver left a cyclist seriously injured, highlighting broader concerns about cyclist safety in the city. The Denver Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is reconsidering the bike lane design but currently lacks construction funding. Advocates emphasize that such tragedies are preventable and are urging city leaders to prioritize cycling infrastructure improvements.