Vancouver cyclist dies after colliding with semi-truck in New Westminster
CBC News | Posted: February 7, 2016 3:07 AM | Last Updated: February 7, 2016
Police ask for anyone who witnessed accident to come forward
A male cyclist from Vancouver has died after being involved in a collision with a semi-truck on Brunette Avenue in New Westminster.
It happened near Sherbrooke Street just before 3:30 p.m. PT on Friday when a tractor-trailer was heading northbound on Brunette.
Witnesses at the scene said paramedics performed CPR on the victim and rushed him to hospital, but he later died of his injuries.
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"It is with great sorrow for us to confirm that the cyclist has passed away," said Acting Sergeant Jeff Scott with the New Westminster police.
"We have spoken with his family who live in another province, and have offered local resources for their care, which includes victim assistance."
The NWPD Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Team continues to investigate and is asking if anyone who witnessed the collision to call 604-525-5411.