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One person dead after early morning cyclist hit and run

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Cyclist dead after early morning hit and run Tuesday
A cyclist is dead and a suspect is on the loose after a hit and run early this morning – Apr 26, 2016

WINNIPEG – A cyclist is dead and a suspect is on the loose after a hit and run early Tuesday morning.

Police said a cyclist biking eastbound on Nairn Avenue at 1 a.m. was hit by a vehicle from behind.

The driver fled the scene and police are now searching for the suspect.

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Nairn Avenue eastbound between Chester and Keenleyside Streets was closed up until 7:30 a.m. Tuesday for police investigations.

If you have any information on the fatal collision, you’re asked to contact Winnipeg police.

Winnipeg police released the details on the car they are looking for Tuesday morning:

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