From staff reports
September 05, 2008 09:51 am
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A Hays County Sheriff's Office deputy severely injured when a car hit his bicycle on Monday died today in Austin.
Transportation Deputy Fernando Amaya died in the intensive care unit of University Hospital at Brackenridge at 12:30 p.m.
Amaya, 44, was riding his bicycle on FM 150 east of Kyle when he was struck by a vehicle around 7 a.m. He had received massive head injuries, said Sheriff's spokesman Leroy Opiela.
Amaya leaves a wife and two sons. A fund has been set up at the American National Bank in San Marcos, 392-5588. Those wishing to contribute should specify the "Beatriz Amaya for Fernando Amaya" fund.
Amaya had been with the HCSO for 12 and a half years.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
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