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14-year-old bicyclist expected to recover after Clarksville crash

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CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A 14-year-old bicyclist is expected to make a full recovery after being hit by an SUV in Clarksville on Tuesday.

The crash happened around 2:30 p.m. on Black Oak Circle, according to the Clarksville Police Department.

Police said the teen, who was not wearing a helmet, was injured and flown by LifeFlight to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.

In an update Wednesday, police said the teen is in stable condition with non-life-threatening injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

The driver of the SUV was cited and released for failing to provide proof of financial responsibility, or proof of insurance. Police said no other charges are expected.

Investigators with the Clarksville Police Department's Fatal Accident Crash Team investigated the crash.