Hackney: Police appeal after cyclist killed in collision

Detectives investigating a fatal collision in Hackney have released an image of a cyclist they want to identify and speak with.

A Tesla collided with a private hire vehicle and a separate bicycle at Great Eastern Street, Hackney on August 14 2023.

A 40-year-old male cyclist was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital where he remained for some time in a critical condition. He died from his injuries on September 19. 

Police have released an image of a man they believe interacted with the driver of the Tesla shortly before the collision.

The Tesla driver, a 44-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving. He was taken into police custody and is currently released under investigation pending further enquiries.

The driver of the private hire vehicle sustained minor injuries.

Detective Constable Phil Stokes, of the Met’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “We believe that the cyclist pictured can assist with our investigation and may have vital information. If you know him, or if you are him, please do get in touch.”

Anyone with information or dashcam footage relating to this incident is asked to call police on 101, or post on 'X' @MetCC quoting 6021/14Aug23