Driver accused in death of champion cyclist charged with multiple counts
Allison Sylte
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The driver accused of hitting and killing a champion cyclist who was riding in a bike lane in Lakewood has been formally charged with multiple counts, including two for vehicular homicide.
Ryan Scott Montoya, 29, appeared in Jefferson County court on Friday. According to a news release from the district attorney’s office, he is charged with:
Vehicular homicide – DUI
Driving under the influence –second alcohol-related offense
Careless driving
Hitting a bicyclist or other authorized user in the bicycle lane
Gwen Inglis, 46, was hit and killed while riding in the bike lane on West Alameda Parkway near South McIntyre Street and South Indiana Street the morning of May 16 when prosecutors said Montoya drifted to the right and hit her.