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E-bike cyclist killed in collision with car in Sydney’s south

A cyclist has died following a collision with a car in Sydney’s south, with the tragic scene unfolding in front of several bystanders on Tuesday.

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A cyclist has died following a collision with a car in Sydney’s south, with the tragic scene unfolding in front of several bystanders on Tuesday.

Just before 6pm the electric bicycle collided with a car on Elizabeth St near The Avenue in Hurstville, sending emergency services racing to the scene.

Bystanders rendered aid to the 54-year-old man before the arrival of NSW Ambulance paramedics but despite their best efforts, he could not be saved.

St George Police officers established a crime scene and commenced an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.

An E-Bike cyclist was killed after a collision with a car in Sydney’s south on Tuesday. Picture: Dean Asher
An E-Bike cyclist was killed after a collision with a car in Sydney’s south on Tuesday. Picture: Dean Asher

The 17-year-old female driver of the car was not injured and has undergone mandatory testing at St George Hospital.

A report will be prepared for the information of the Coroner.

Police have asked any witnesses or people with information to contact CrimeStoppers.

Original URL: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/emergency-services/ebike-cyclist-killed-in-collision-with-car-in-sydneys-south/news-story/e4cb365e49003b9d51f6958e4e62cafe