Police appeal for witnesses following collision between cyclist and car

At 10.29am on Thursday 7th February 2019, two cyclists were riding along High Street, Budleigh Salterton when there was an incident involving a Silver Volvo V50 Estate. The vehicle had been following behind the cyclists.

The Volvo overtook the cyclists, resulting in one of the riders colliding with the car. The cyclist fell from his pedal cycle receiving serious injuries. The car initially left the scene but returned and the driver has identified himself to Police present.

This incident took place on a busy High Street and Police are appealing for witnesses or any Dash Cam footage that may be available. If you can help, please ring 101 and quote log reference number 233 070219.