Crime & Safety

Bicyclist Seriously Injured in Aptos Accident

An Aptos man was thrown from his bicycle after it hit the front of a Toyota Tacoma on Cathedral Drive Thursday at 8:50 a.m.

Douglas Barton, 59, struck the front of the truck driven by Manuel Clavez, 40. He was taken to Dominican Hospital, where he was listed in serious condition.

Drugs or alcohol weren't involved the CHP said. They are investigating the causes.


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