Cyclist killed in collision with car on Dyers Pass Road near Christchurch
A cyclist died after being struck by a car on Dyers Pass Road near Christchurch, police said.
Emergency crews responded to a crash on Dyers Pass Road near Te Rapaki-o-te Rakiwhakaputa at about 10:20 am on Friday. The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, and the road between Summit Road and Governors Bay Road has been closed to traffic. St John dispatched an ambulance, a rapid response unit and an operations manager, while the Serious Crash Unit has been notified. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of the incident.
Why it matters
The fatal accident highlights road safety concerns for cyclists on busy routes near Christchurch.
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