A cyclist has died after being hit by a tractor in Northumberland.
The 57-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency services were called to the collision on North Road, Ponteland, just before 10am on Sunday.
A spokesperson from Northumbria Police said his family have been informed and they are being supported by specialist family liaison officers.
Police have launched an investigation and are now appealing for any witnesses to come forward.
PC Kevin Postings, from Northumbria Police’s Motor Patrols Department, said: “This is a tragic incident, which has sadly resulted in the death of a cyclist.
“Our thoughts are with his family at this extremely difficult time and they will continue to be supported by our specialist officers.
“We would ask that their privacy be respected as they try to come to terms with their loss.”
PC Postings added: “As we continue to investigate the circumstances around this tragedy, I would appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision and may have seen a cyclist or tractor to come forward.
“This includes any motorists with dash-cam footage as it could assist with our enquiries.”
The road was closed while emergency services were on the scene, but has since re-opened.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 316 of August 30.
