10/11/2015

Cyclist Critically Injured In Hammersmith Collision

Police have appealed for information after a cyclist was critically injured in a collision in Hammersmith.

Police were called to New King's Road junction with Grimston Road, Hammersmith, at approximately 19:00hrs on Monday 9 November, to reports of two pedal cyclists in collision with each other.

One of the cyclists, believed to be in his 60s, sustained serious head injuries as a result of the collision. He was taken by London Ambulance Service to a west London hospital where he remains in a critical condition.

The other cyclist involved, a 25-year-old male, stopped at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries. He sustained minor injuries in the collision.

No other vehicles are believed to be involved. No arrests have been made.

Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit based at Merton Traffic Garage are investigating.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has information concerning the incident is urged to call detectives from the Roads and Transport Policing Command on 0208-543-5157 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

(MH/JP)

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