Cyclist dies following crash involving car

Graham Johnson wearing sunglasses and Leeds United home shirtImage source, West Yorkshire Police
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Graham Johnson, 47, died in hospital on Thursday following the collision in Leeds

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A cyclist who died after being involved in a collision with a car in Leeds has been named by West Yorkshire Police.

Graham Johnson, 47, suffered serious injuries when the bike he was riding was in collision with a white Vauxhall Insignia on Easterly Road at about 14:35 BST on Thursday.

Mr Johnson, who was from Leeds, was taken to hospital, but he died a short time later, according to West Yorkshire Police.

A 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and was later bailed while inquiries continued, a spokesperson said.

They added: "Anyone who witnessed the collision or what happened prior to it is asked to contact the major collision enquiry team on 101, or via the livechat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website.

"People with dash cam or CCTV footage that may assist are also asked to contact the team."

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