Seattle elementary school teacher dies after bicycle crash

A 30-year-old Seattle elementary school teacher has died after a bicycle crash in the Yesler Terrace neighborhood.Christian Salyer, a teacher at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, was riding his bicycle when he was involved in a collision with a vehicle on Monday, June 1. He was treated for serious injuries and taken to Harborview Medical Center, where he later died on Wednesday.Other details of the crash have not been released, but police did determine it was an accident.Thurgood Marshall Principal, Julie Breidenbach, sent the following letter to families and staff following Salyer's death:"It is with deep sadness that I share the news of the passing of one of our valued staff members, Christian Salyer, who died this morning from injuries related to a bicycle accident. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Christian’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved him. "Christian was a dedicated teacher who served our school with passion and care for many years. He made a lasting impact on students, colleagues, and families alike. His warmth, dedication, and commitment to education will be deeply missed. "We will be looking for meaningful ways to honor Christian’s memory as a school community in the coming weeks and when we return in the fall. We will share that information as plans are made. "We recognize that news like this can be difficult for students and staff. We encourage you to share this news with your child(ren) ahead of returning to school tomorrow. District staff will be at the school to support the grieving process. Please talk openly with your student(s) and reach out if additional support is needed."Here are a few general guidelines for helping children cope with loss: "Additional resources and support are available through our school counselors and the Seattle Public Schools Mental Health Services webpage. "Please keep Christian’s loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time. If you have any questions or need support, do not hesitate to reach out."WA investigates deadly Nippon Dynawave plant tank implosionPregnant 'wheel-man' charged with murder in Parkland teen necklace robberySeveral WA residents exposed to first bat rabies case in Snohomish County since 2023Ballard light rail expansion in Seattle could still be possible'Alaskan Bush People' star Matt Brown found dead after brother pulled him from riverFormer Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson to join CBS Sports, report saysTo get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter.Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.