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Peel Police - Motor Vehicle Collision – Cyclist Struck

On Tuesday, November 25, 2009, at approximately 6:38 p.m., a cyclist was riding his bicycle westbound along Bloor Street near Riverspray Crescent. For reasons still under investigation, the cyclist turned into the pathway of a green, 2001 Mazda Protégé, which was also travelling westbound. The cyclist was knocked off his bike and was struck by a brown, 2008 Buick Allure, which was also travelling westbound.

As a result of the accident, the victim, a 45 year-old Mississauga man, was fatally injured and died at the scene. The drivers of the motor vehicles were uninjured.

The victim’s identity is not being released at this time. 

Investigators are urging anyone who may have witnessed to the collision, or may have information on the matter, to come forward. 

The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Collision Bureau. Anyone with information is asked to contact officers at (905) 453-2121, ext 3710. Information can also be left anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by visiting the website www.peelcrimestoppers.ca or by texting “PEEL”, followed by your tip, to CRIMES (274637).

For media inquiries, please contact the on-duty Media Relations Officer at (905) 453-2121, ext. 4027. 

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