A 15-year-old was hit by a vehicle Wednesday morning while riding his bike on Old Venice Road in Sarasota County. 

  • 15-year-old on bike hit by vehicle, seriously injured
  • Benjamin Nicholson hit while crossing intersection

Troopers said Benjamin Nicholson, of Osprey, FL, attempted to cross the southbound lane of Old Venice Rd., into northbound traffic on Old Venice. 

A Mercedes E350, driven by Kelli Kamm, 53, was traveling northbound and struck the right side of the bicycle, causing serious injuries to Nicholson, who was transported to All Children's Hospital. 

The report also stated that Nicholson was in a non-crosswalk area and was not wearing a helmet. 

The crash remains under investigation.