Cyclist badly hurt in accident in Aberdeen

Great Northern Road was closed earlier near the Haudagain roundabout because of an accident involving a bicycle and a van

The male cyclist, who is 34 years old, has been taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. His injuries are described as serious but not life threatening. The van driver, a 60 year old man, was uninjured.

The busy commuter route wass closed between St Machar Drive and the roundabout to let the police investigate.

It's one of the main commuter routes into Aberdeen, and caused long tailbacks at rush hour this morning.

Road policing Sergeant Stuart Lawrence said: "We would urge anyone who has witnessed the collision who we have not already spoken with to contact us on 101.

"The road was closed for a time while emergency services attended the scene but has now reopened and we pass on our thanks to road users for their patience during this time.