Port Pirie Cyclist Crash Mitsubishi Ute, 72 year old man dies after Collision
A cyclist has died in a collision with a ute in a South Australian town, 230 kilometres north-west of Adelaide.
The 72-year-old man was riding down Abbatoirs Road just outside of Port Pirie when he collided with a Mitsubishi ute.
The Risdon Park man died at the scene.
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The driver of the ute, a 30-year-old Port Pirie West man, was not injured and is assisting police with their enquiries.
Road closures are in place between Spencer Highway and Waits Road.
South Australia’s road toll continues to climb well past last year’s total toll.
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FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1: Were there any injuries to the driver of the ute involved in the collision?
A1: The 30-year-old driver of the ute, a Port Pirie West man, did not sustain any injuries in the accident.
Q2: What is the current status of road closures in the area after the incident?
A2: Road closures are in effect between Spencer Highway and Waits Road following the collision.
Q3: Has the identity of the deceased cyclist been disclosed?
A3: The deceased cyclist was identified as a 72-year-old Risdon Park man.
Q4: Is there any information regarding the South Australia road toll in comparison to the previous year?
A4: South Australia’s road toll has surpassed the total from the previous year, indicating an increase in road-related incidents.
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Source: 9News