Release:
Police are investigating a collision between a vehicle and a cyclist that occurred in Halifax last week.
On July 17 at approximately 1:15 p.m., Halifax Regional Police and Emergency Health Services responded to a collision in the 3600 block of Strawberry Hill Street. It was reported that the driver of a pickup truck opened the vehicle’s door into the path a cyclist travelling on Strawberry Hill Street.
Map location is approximate and may not reflect the exact location.
The cyclist, a 71-year-old man, was treated on scene by Emergency Health Services, and was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. While in hospital, the man succumbed to his injuries.
The driver of the vehicle was issued a summary offence ticket.
Thoughts are with the cyclist’s family and loved ones and anyone that has been affected by this tragic incident.
