Man in custody after cyclist dies following hit and run near Pype Hayes Park

A 45-year-old cyclist seriously injured in a collision in Chester Road, Pype Hayes, on Sunday evening (21 August) has died.

He was taken to hospital after being hit by a car as he crossed a pedestrian crossing at around 9.20pm but later died yesterday (Tuesday). Following an appeal for the driver involved to come forward, a man, aged 34, attended a police station yesterday evening and was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Police have also seized a vehicle believed to have been involved in the collision and this will now be forensically examined.

The 34-year-old remains in custody today for questioning.

What has West Midlands Police said?

Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes, from our Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our first thoughts are with the family and friends of the cyclist at this most difficult time.

“Specialist officers are providing them with support and keeping them briefed in this fast-moving investigation.

“Although a man has been arrested, our enquiries continue to establish the exact circumstances of this fatal incident.

“Anyone who hasn’t yet spoken with us, but who witnessed the collision, or was driving in the area and has dash cam footage, is asked to get in contact.”

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