Cyclist killed after being struck by vehicle in Brampton

A 52-year-old male cyclist has died of his injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Brampton Thursday morning.

Peel Regional Police said the collision happened just before 7 a.m. on Dixie Road near Mayfield Road.

First responders located a male cyclist and he was rushed to hospital in life-threatening condition. He later succumbed to his injuries.

Police said the driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.

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The cause of the crash is unknown but authorities believe the weather may have been a factor due to the blowing snow.

The Major Collision Bureau is investigating.