Cyclist dies in crash involving van in Huntingdon

Cyclist Michael Gough died in a crash in Huntingdon on Saturday

A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving after a cyclist was killed in a crash.

It happened on George Street, Huntingdon, at about 12:30 GMT on Saturday.

The cyclist, Michael Gough, 65, from Rodney Road in the town, died at the scene, Cambridgeshire Police said.

The driver of a white Ford Transit van, a 73-year-old man from Huntingdon, was arrested and released on police bail until 16 June.

In a tribute released through the force, Mr Gough's family said: "Mike was taken from us doing something he loved and was so passionate about. He will always be remembered.

"We would like to share the importance of wearing a helmet and giving cyclists enough room on the roads."

The crash happened on George Street, Huntingdon

Investigating officers appealed for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to get in touch with them.