An SUV fatally struck a bicyclist early Wednesday on Interstate 5 near the mouth of the Sweetwater River, officials reported.

The southbound BMW X3 hit the unidentified man near Mile of Cars Way in National City shortly before 1 a.m. Wednesday, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The bicyclist died at the scene of the accident.

“Alcohol and/or drugs do not appear to be a factor in this crash,” CHP public affairs Officer Kimberly Gonzalez said.

No further details are available at this time.

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