A bicyclist is dead after striking a turtle early Wednesday morning.

  • Bicyclist found dead after possibly striking turtle, deputies say
  • David Kervin's injuries consistent with bicycle fall

Brevard County Sheriff's deputies were called to the area of Bay View Avenue and Royal Palm Avenue in Indian Harbor Beach at about 3 a.m. after someone saw a man on the ground and called 911.

When they arrived, they found a bicyclist, 51-year-old David Kervin.

Nearby, they also found a small turtle with a small crack in the bottom of its shell.

Investigators said Kervin may have hit the turtle and lost control of his bike. The medical examiner said Kervin's injuries were consistent with a bicycle fall.

The turtle survived the crash and was released.

It's unclear whether Kervin was wearing a helmet.

Anyone with more information on this incident is asked to call Crimeline at 1-800-423-TIPS.