Cyclist in hospital with life-threatening injuries after rush hour Leger Way crash

Emergency services were called to Leger Way shortly before 5pm last night following the collision between the cycle and a white Audi A1.

The road was closed off in both directions for several hours following the crash.

A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “Yesterday (Monday 1 July) at 4.50pm, we were called to reports of a road traffic collision on Leger Way in Doncaster.

“It is reported that a white Audi A1 and a cyclist were involved in the collision.

“The cyclist, a 76-year-old man, was taken to hospital where his injuries are thought to be life-threatening.

“Officers and the ambulance service attended and the driver of the Audi remained on scene to assist officers with enquiries.

“Leger Way, from Leicester Avenue to Bennetthorpe, was closed for a period of time while emergency services conducted their work.

“Enquiries remain ongoing.”