AN ELDERLY cyclist who died after falling from his bike into oncoming traffic in Lancashire has been named.
Alexander William Clark, 87, of Bolton-le-Sands was cycling in the direction of Carnforth on the A6 at in the village on Friday (March 6) when he fell into the path of a blue Volvo ZC70 at around 4.30pm.
Mr Clark suffered a serious head injury and was taken to Royal Preston Hospital where he died.
Lancashire Constabulary are appealing for witnesses.
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PS Rob Gomery, of the West Road Policing Unit, said: “This is a tragic accident where a man has sadly lost his life and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
"An investigation to establish how the incident occurred is underway and I would urge anyone who witnessed what happened to contact us on 101.”
Anyone with information should contact Lancashire Police on 101 quoting log number 0964 of March 6.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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