Cyclist in his 70s seriously injured in Ryde crash

His bike was involved in a collision with a van yesterday (Wednesday 11th)

Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 12th Dec 2024

A cyclist in his 70s has been seriously injured in a collision involving his bicycle and a van in Ryde.

He was taken to hospital following the incident in the Esplanade at just before 11am yesterday morning (Wednesday 11th).

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police said the collision involved a blue Mercedes Vaneo.

Police are investigating the exact circumstances of the crash and are appealing for anyone who saw what happened, or who may have dashcam footage.

Those with information are asked to call 101 or report online, quoting the reference 44240538660.

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