Oakleigh: BMX rider killed in crash near bowls club
UPDATE: Police are notifying the family of a BMX rider killed in a crash at an Oakleigh intersection, who is believed to be a local from the area.
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A BMX rider has died in hospital hours after a crash near a bowls club in Melbourne’s east.
Nunawading highway patrol police and emergency services were called to the accident at the intersection of Drummond and Logie streets, near the Oakleigh Bowling Club, at 7pm on Thursday.
Sgt Mark Wickman said police believed the man was from the Oakleigh area and were notifying his family.
Investigators believe the man was riding the BMX bike at speed on Logie St and was not wearing a helmet when struck by a car travelling south on Drummond St.
He was rushed to the The Alfred hospital but later died from his injuries.
The rider was described as slim, caucasian and aged in his 20s to 30s.
He was wearing dark clothing, a black cap, and white Puma shoes.
The driver stopped at the scene and has spoken to police.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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