First picture of tragic cyclist who died after being hit by car during Scottish bike race
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A CYCLIST who died in a horror smash at a road race event has been named.
Steven Wilson was taking part in Etape Loch Ness in Inverness on Sunday when a car struck him.
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Steven Wilson died after he was struck by a car on Island Bank Road in Inverness
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The 49-year-old was blue-lighted to Raigmore Hospital after the alarm was raised around 12.10pm.
But tragically, Mr Wilson could not be saved and medics pronounced him deceased a short time later.
He was mowed down by a white BMW 120 M Sport on the city's Island Bank Road.
The route was shut for around six hours as officers investigated the fatal smash.
Cops are continuing to conduct enquiries and have urged any witnesses to get in touch.
Sergeant Lewis Macleod said: 'Our thoughts remain with Mr Wilson's family and friends at this difficult time.
'Our enquiries into the crash are ongoing and we ask anyone who witnessed the crash and hasn't spoken to police to come forward.'
In a statement, organisers of Etape Loch Ness said: "It is with great sadness that we confirm a fatality occurred during yesterday's Etape Loch Ness event.
"A 49-year-old man was involved in a collision with a vehicle next to the event area in Inverness shortly after midday. Despite receiving immediate medical attention from emergency services, he sadly died later in hospital."
Etape Loch Ness director, Malcolm Sutherland, added: 'We are truly devastated by the news and our heartfelt thoughts are with the rider's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
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"We are offering them our full support, and also supporting those affected at the event.'
Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 1334 of 27 April, 2025.
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