Cyclist injured in crash during group ride in Md.

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A cyclist was hospitalized after crashing into another cyclist during a group ride in Anne Arundel County.

The Capital of Annapolis reports (http://bit.ly/1sYJlMN ) that the collision occurred in Crownsville just before 10 a.m. on Sunday during the Lifeline 100 Anne Arundel County Century Ride. Police say a 53-year-old man was taken to the hospital. The other cyclist was not hospitalized.

More than 500 cyclists participated in the ride on Sunday, tackling 15- 56- and 100-mile routes.

The proceeds from the event will be donated to various nonprofit organizations.

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Information from: The Capital of Annapolis, Md., http://capitalgazette.com

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