Police investigate following serious collision in Fitzroy North

Police are investigating following a collision in Fitzroy North this evening which left a cyclist with critical injuries.

It’s understood a Porsche struck a cyclist near the intersection of St Georges Road and Park Street about 4.15pm.

The female cyclist was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The driver of the Porsche, a 39-year-old man from Queensland, was not injured.

He was taken to hospital under police guard.

Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives and local police continue to investigate.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, has dashcam/CCTV footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

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