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Police say speed, alcohol were factors in crash that killed bicyclist in Pittsfield

Police say speed, alcohol were factors in crash that killed bicyclist in Pittsfield

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Police have seized a vehicle believed to be involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash in Pittsfield.

Police say Jeffrey Cookson, 56, of Burnham died when he was hit by a vehicle while riding his bicycle Tuesday afternoon.

Officers later found a vehicle matching witness descriptions and seized it.

Investigators say speed and alcohol are factors in the crash, but no arrests were announced Wednesday.

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