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Former Pro Cyclist Jonathan Paredes killed as Truck plows into Peloton

The cycling world mourns the tragic loss of former professional cyclist Jonathan Paredes, who was killed in a devastating accident while participating in a group training ride in Boyacá on May 19, 2025.

Former Pro Cyclist Jonathan Paredes killed as Truck plows into Peloton

The accident occurred on the Tunja - Paipa road, where Paredes, 36, was riding with fellow cyclists.

Eyewitness accounts indicate that the truck struck the group at high speed, in which three people were traveling - tried to make a maneuver to dodge and pass the group of cyclists, but lost control of the vehicle and ended up running over Paredes and other of his companions. The 36-year-old cyclist's injuries were so severe that Jonathan died instantly at the scene. 

The Colombian Ministry of Sports expressed their condolences on Facebook, stating, "We join the voice of condolence of Colombian sport for the death of Jonathan Paredes, a cyclist who represented the country at a high level. His pedal strokes will be remembered in every corner of the country. We accompany their relatives and loved ones in this difficult time." This sentiment echoes throughout the cycling community as athletes and fans alike reflect on Paredes's contributions to the sport.

Jonathan's professional career spanned from 2011 to 2017. Some of the highlights in his career occurred in 2013, when he won the Pan American Road Championship and obtained second place in the Colombian Road Championship, in 2014 he joined Team Colombia. He was also part of teams such as Boyacá, Orgullo de América and 4-72 Colombia.

His career faced a significant setback in 2017 when he failed a CERA EPO anti-doping test, resulting in a four-year ban from competition. Following his suspension, Paredes retired, studied for a law degree, and participated in many gran fondos and loved cycling.