Witnesses to Brereton Heath collision sought

Police investigating a serious collision involving a tractor and two cyclists on the A54 in Brereton Heath are appealing for witnesses.

The collision occurred at around 7.40 pm on Monday 27 April between a tractor and two cyclists, a 53-year-old woman and a 19-year-old man, who were cycling along the A54 between Davenport Lane and Mill Lane.

The 19-year-old was taken to hospital with serious injuries and is in a stable condition. Sadly, the woman died at the scene.

The driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has since been released under investigation pending further enquiries. 

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has dashcam footage can contact police on 101 or via https://www.cheshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/ quoting IML 692487.