Cyclist dies in hospital after collision with car

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Police said the crash on Friday morning involved a white Fiat Panda and a bicycle

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A cyclist aged in his 50s has died in hospital following a collision with a car in Dorset.

The crash, involving a white Fiat Panda and a bike, happened in Bridport Road, Dorchester, on Friday at 07:35 BST.

Dorset Police said the cyclist was taken to hospital in Southampton with serious injuries where he died on Saturday evening. His family has been informed.

The force said an investigation to establish the full circumstances was under way, with witnesses and anyone with relevant dashcam footage being urged to come forward.

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