Cyclist killed in hit and run near Port Edward
The driver of the vehicle is believed to be from Durban.
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A CYCLIST was killed on the R61 near Port Edward in an apparent hit-and-run accident last Sunday morning.
Police spokesman, Lieutenant-Colonel Zandra Wiid said at around 6am, the 40-year-old man was riding his bicycle on the R61 near Port Edward when he was apparently struck by a black sedan with an ND registration.
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“The driver of the vehicle failed to stop,” she added.
The man died at the scene.
A culpable homicide docket was opened at Port Edward SAPS. Anyone with information is asked to contact Port Edward police at 039 3115430 or 10111.
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