Cyclist dies following collision in Lees

The incident happened on Huddersfield Road in Lees

A woman has died following a collision between a bicycle and a car in Lees.

A black Range Rover collided with the cyclist on Huddersfield Road at the junction with Stamford Road yesterday afternoon (24 March).

Emergency services attended and the cyclist, a 43-year-old woman, was taken to hospital in a critical condition but died this morning.

The driver of the Range Rover remained at the scene to speak with officers.

No arrests have currently been made and enquiries are ongoing.

Inspector Danny Byrne of GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "This was a tragic incident that has cost this poor lady her life and my thoughts are with her family during this very difficult time.

"This collision happened on a busy road, during daylight hours, so we're confident there will be witnesses out there that could provide vital information and we'd encourage them to contact us.

"We're working hard to piece together the circumstances surrounding this incident and would urge anyone with any information to get in touch as soon as possible.

"We're particularly interested to hear from anyone who may have been in the area at the time and could have Dashcam footage."

Anyone with information or anyone who witnessed this incident should contact GMP's Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0161 856 4741 or 101 quoting incident number 1381 of 24/03/2021, or alternatively contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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