A man has been arrested after a cyclist died at the scene of a collision with a car.

Emergency were alerted to the incident near Wearside Farm, in Nissan Way, Washington, at 1am on Friday.

The road remained closed for at least eight hours after they arrived.

Northumbria Police said in a statement: “It was reported that, for reasons yet to be established, a black Mercedes-Benz AMG car has struck a pedal bicycle.

A man has been arrested after a cyclist died following a collision with a car in Nissan Way, Washington, on Friday.

placeholder image — A man has been arrested after a cyclist died following a collision with a car in Nissan Way, Washington, on Friday.

“Emergency services attended and the rider of the bicycle, a man aged in his 50s, was found to have sustained life-threatening injuries.

“He was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

“The man’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.

“An investigation is now underway and officers from Northumbria Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are appealing for witnesses to come forward.”

A 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and was later released under investigation.

Sergeant Greg Huntley, of Northumbria Police, said: “Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this incredibly difficult time.

“I would like to express my heartfelt condolences following this tragic incident and we will continue to support them in any way that we can.”

Sgt Huntley added: “Inquiries are underway to establish exactly what happened in the moments leading to this collision.

“As part of our investigation, we are keen for any motorists or witnesses who were travelling in the area at this time to come forward.

“We are particularly keen to hear from those who may have dashcam footage which may have captured the moments leading up to the collision or may show the man riding his bicycle in the area of Nissan Way.

“I would urge anyone who has information about the incident, no matter how small you feel it may be, to get in touch with us.”

Anyone with information or footage should get in touch by sending Northumbria Police a direct message on social media or by using live chat and report forms on the force’s www.northumbria.police.uk/ website.

Those unable to make contact in these ways can call 101, quoting reference number NP-20260911-0031.