Cyclist Killed In Crash Named

Thursday, 8 June 2023 15:59

Police have named the 70 year cyclist who died in a crash on the Gorey Coast Road as Gaynor Bidel.

The collision happened on La Rue a Don at around 9.50am on Monday (5 June).

Both the cyclist and the 79 year old driver of a Volkswagen Polo were taken to hospital, but Ms Bidel died a short time later.

Police say that her family continue to be supported by specialist officers.

An investigation into the cause of the crash is underway and police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to call States of Jersey Police on 612612 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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