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The original was posted on /r/velo by /u/tylerwal on 2023-09-22 03:01:33.

I know this isn’t the typical post here, but if this is allowed then this would mean the world to me and his family.

I’m not sure if anyone here attended the Championship that took place Sunday in Maryland. At mile 33, a truck ended up hitting 2 riders in the front group as they were crossing an intersection. I arrived in the same group but it was so stretched out that I did not see the actual event, so I can’t comment on the specifics.

It was one of the worst scenes I’ve seen personally, I haven’t stopped thinking about it since. It took what seemed like ages for emergency personnel to arrive (~30 minutes), both riders ended up being airlifted to shock trauma and my understanding is that both are stable now.

I’m really creating this post as the family is asking for well wishes and/or help. I had never seen Matthew before he was lying on the ground in front of me, but from posts from his family and friends, he sounds like an outstanding person.

Here is the Caring Bridge site: And the gofundme:

I’ve donated $200 already and will match Redditor donations up to another $300 if you post it here and let me know.

I haven’t seen any info on the other rider so I’m sorry to leave that information out, please post it if you like and he is requesting help.

Total - $350

Thank you u/Dramatic_Spell7623 u/belhill1985 u/funkiestj