Cyclist Dies In Collision With Bus In Batley

    Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Batley. 

    The incident happened at 11:40am yesterday (5 October) on Soothill Road, in Batley, at the junction with Grace Leather Lane. 

    A pedal cyclist was travelling down Soothill Lane and turned right into the junction of Grace Leather Lane when it collided with a bus. 

    The 22-year-old male rider, from Dewsbury, suffered serious injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. 

    Sergeant Carl Quinn of the Major Collision and Enquiry Team, said: "We are appealing for witnesses to the incident along with anyone who may have seen the cyclist prior to this incident to come forward with any information. 

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