Tucson ties reported among victims who were struck by truck during bicycle race in Show Low

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SHOW LOW, Ariz. (KVOA) – At least one Tucson cyclist has been identified as a victim in Saturday’s incident in which a truck reportedly hit several people who were competing in a Show Low race.

According to 12 News, six cyclists over the age of 55 are in critical condition after being hit by a Black Super Duty Ford F150 during the event.

A local bike shop that had a team participating in the race reported that at least one Tucson cyclist was injured in the incident.

The Associated Press reported that the suspect who hit the cyclists escaped from the scene and was shot by police. The suspect, later identified as 35-year-old Shawn Michael Chock, appears to have a criminal record of drunk driving.

As of Monday, Chock is still in the hospital and in stable condition. However, 12 News stated the six cyclists were being transported to Summit Healthcare. Two of the six were moved to Flagstaff Medical Center. A separate cyclist was transported to the medical center by air, according to 12 News.

The cyclists are in critical condition.

The incident is currently being investigated.

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