Cyclist dies after being hit crossing Mankato highway

A bicyclist has died after being hit by a car while crossing a highway in Mankato.

Authorities said the 50-year-old man was crossing Highway 169 when hit by a car traveling west. His name hasn't been released.

It happened Friday night about 10:45 p.m.

Police say the accident remains under investigation, but the motorist is not expected to face charges.