A cyclist was killed in an accident on the A415 in Abingdon Road, Burcot, last night.

The 39-year-old man died after colliding with a blue Audi A3 outside the Chequers pub.

He died at the scene of the accident at about 9pm.

PC Gary French of Abingdon roads policing department said: “Although the traffic at this time of the evening was light, there were still people who might have seen the collision, or the cyclist and Audi before it happened.

“I am also appealing for anyone who might have been in the Chequers pub who might have some information to help with my investigation to get in touch.”

Anyone with information has been asked to call police on 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.