People have expressed their shock and sadness after a male cyclist died while taking part in a charity bike ride.
The 64-year-old man, from Liverpool, was taking part in the Liverpool Chester Liverpool (LCL) Bike Ride on Sunday, July 4, when he collapsed.
Emergency services, including North West Ambulance Service, were called to the scene at around 1.20pm, following reports that a man had fallen ill in Birkenhead tunnel.
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The man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Birkenhead tunnel was scheduled to close temporarily during the hours of the bike ride, however, following the incident it was closed by police in the direction of Birkenhead to Liverpool.
LCL organisers changed the route of the bike ride and those taking part were directed to the Woodside Terminal ferry and then guided to the finish at festival village in Exchange Flags.
A Merseyside P olice spokesperson said: "We can confirm that a 64-year-old man sadly died in Queensway tunnel on Sunday, July 4.
"Police and the North West Ambulance service were called around 1.20pm to reports that a man taking part in a charity bike ride had collapsed.
"The man, who is from Liverpool, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
"A file has been prepared for the coroner."
ECHO readers have expressed their sadness and shock after the mans death.
Madge McCaffrey said: "We did the ride and got back to the tunnel not knowing what had happened! After a gorgeous day with our friends so very sad to hear this news! Rip."
Les Shimmin said: "I’ve done this bike ride for charity and it’s an amazing experience, such a tragic shame R.I.P"
Commenter Scouse8uy said: "RIP to the gentleman, condolences to his family, died doing something to help others!"
Steven Thomas Earnest Roberts added: "So so sad to see this, sorry for the friends and the family, may the person Rest In Peace."
