MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Miami Beach Police are searching for the driver responsible for a hit-and-run collision that resulted in a cyclist’s death.

Investigators said a driver speeding on the shoulder and bicycle lane of the MacArthur Causeway struck and killed the victim, at around 1:20 a.m., Saturday.

The driver had been traveling along the westbound lanes, according to police.

Investigators said they have since found the car believed to be involved and identified a person of interest.

The MacArthur Causeway was temporarily closed but has since reopened.

Officials have not released the names of the victim or the person of interest.

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