crash_reports: 2100000014

Operator of MV1 states he was traveling westbound on Commonwealth Ave when he attempted to take a left turn onto Fuller Street and struck a bicyclist who was traveling eastbound on Commonwealth Ave. Operator of MV1 states he didn't see the bicyclist due to the solar glare from the sun obstructing his view of the roadway. It should be noted the sun was setting in the west at this time. MV1 sustained minor damage to the windshield and front right fender. No injuries reported by the operator of MV1. The bicyclist, Martin Pleynet, states he was riding his bicycle eastbound on Commonwealth Ave traveling towards the Boston College area when he was struck by MV1. Mr. Pleynet states he doesn't have recollection of the accident since he lost consciousness for a brief time after being struck. Mr. Pleynet was transported to Brigham and Women's Hospital where he sustained a fractured left shoulder, abrasion on his right shin and abrasion on his forehead. The bicycle sustained damage to the front wheel and was placed into property and evidence for safekeeping. Pictures of the scene were captured and the SIM card was submitted to the IT bureau.