Pittsburgh-area bicyclist electrocuted after apparently encountering downed power lines

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Pittsburgh-area bicyclist electrocuted after apparently encountering downed power lines
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Authorities say a 63-year-old bicyclist was electrocuted when he apparently encountered downed power lines on a trail near Pittsburgh. Allegheny County police say a jogger found 63-year-old teacher Robert Anderson in North Park on Tuesday evening.

PITTSBURGH — A 63-year-old bicyclist was electrocuted when he came across downed power lines on a trail near Pittsburgh on Tuesday evening, authorities said.

First responders were not able to reach him until 10:30 p.m. when Duquesne Light cut power to the lines, they said.

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