CHEROKEE COUNTY, Ga. - Hundreds of cyclists hit the road Saturday morning for a memorial ride honoring Carlos Moreno, a beloved cyclist and father of four who was hit and killed while riding his bike last weekend.

The backstory:

The 51-year-old was struck on Sugar Pike Road last Sunday afternoon by a driver authorities say was impaired. The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office identified the driver as Lane Keyes, who now faces multiple charges, including vehicular homicide and DUI.

Deputies said Keyes lost control of his car and crossed into oncoming traffic, hitting Moreno head-on. They believe speed and impairment were factors in the crash.

What they're saying:

On Saturday, cyclists from across metro Atlanta gathered to honor Moreno’s life. Many of the riders knew him personally from

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