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Update: Welland Cyclist Dies After Being Struck by Car

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An 83 year old man has died after being hit by a car in Welland.

One man is dead following an incident in Welland. 

Police say around 6:40 p.m. last night, officers received a report of a pedestrian being hit by a car near East Main Street and McAlpine Avenue South. 

The 83 year old was on a bicycle, travelling southbound on East Main Street, when he pulled in front a white Toyota Corolla heading eastbound. 

The car swerved in an attempt to avoid contact with the cyclist, and collided into a wall. 

The cyclist was taken to hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

The driver was uninjured. 

Anyone who may have information is asked to call Niagara Regional Police at 905-688-4111, ext. 1009265.

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