A 30-year-old man has died after being hit by a BMW in Birkenhead. Merseyside Police received reports of a crash involving a BMW and a cyclist on Hoylake Road shortly before 8pm on Sunday, November 1.
Two people travelling in the BMW fled the scene following the crash but were later arrested, police said. A third person remained at the scene with the vehicle.
Arrests Made
A 20-year-old man, a 19-year-old man and a 15-year-old child were arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving while unfit. The 19-year-old and 15-year-old were also arrested on suspicion of failing to stop and report a collision.
The cyclist, a local 30-year-old man, was taken to hospital with multiple injuries but sadly died in the early hours of this morning, Monday November 2.
Investigation Underway
Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or may have information to come forward. Detective Sergeant Simon Duffy, lead investigating officer from the Merseyside Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "First and foremost, our thoughts are with the man's family who has died. His family are aware and are being supported by our specially trained family liaison officers and I would like to thank members of the public who stopped to help the injured cyclist."
"We have launched an investigation into the circumstances of this tragic incident and although we have made three arrests, my team are continuing to establish the full facts."
Appeal for Witnesses
The motor vehicle involved is a black 59 plate BMW X1. The collision occurred on Hoylake Road between Compton Road and Hurrell Road, travelling away from Bidston train station.
DS Duffy added: "I would ask that if you remember seeing a vehicle fitting this description in the area of Birkenhead or Bidston, in the hours prior to this collision, please call us immediately. In addition, if you saw either of the males leaving the scene, I would like to speak to you as soon as possible."
Hoylake Road was closed for several hours after the incident. It has now reopened. Anyone with information is asked to contact Merseyside Police via social media at @MerPolCC, call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 0151 777 5747, or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk, quoting reference 26000896899. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
