Burlington, VT — Vermont State Police are reporting a tragic accident involving a Shelburne Police Department cruiser and a bicyclist that occurred early Monday morning, November 11, 2024.

The officer involved was identified as Sgt. Kyle Kapitanski. Vermont State Police say Sgt. Kapitanski was southbound on US Route 7 near Fayette Drive when his cruiser struck a bicycle pulling a trailer around 2:45 AM.

Sean Hayes, 38, of Burlington was pronounced dead at the scene. According to the police report, rainy conditions and wet roads likely affected visibility and traction at the time of the accident.

The South Burlington Police Department initially led the investigation, but requested support from the Vermont State Police Accident Reconstruction Team shortly after the incident.

Vermont State Police say the investigation is ongoing.

Vermont State Police are asking anyone who witnessed the crash or has relevant information to contact the Williston station at 802-878-7111.