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Cyclist named after fatal Etape Loch Ness crash in Inverness
Cyclist named after fatal Etape Loch Ness crash in Inverness

Press and Journal

time29-04-2025

  • Press and Journal

Cyclist named after fatal Etape Loch Ness crash in Inverness

A 49-year-old man who died following a fatal crash during the Etape Loch Ness has been named as Steven Wilson. Officers and paramedics were called to a report of a crash involving a cyclist and a BMW 120 M Sport on Island Bank Road on Sunday, April 27. Mr Wilson was taken to Raigmore Hospital, where he died a short time later. 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.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 1334 of 27 April, 2025.

First picture of tragic cyclist who died after being hit by car during Scottish bike race
First picture of tragic cyclist who died after being hit by car during Scottish bike race

Scottish Sun

time29-04-2025

  • Scottish Sun

First picture of tragic cyclist who died after being hit by car during Scottish bike race

Cops are continuing to conduct enquiries and have urged any witnesses to get in touch ROAD HORROR First picture of tragic cyclist who died after being hit by car during Scottish bike race Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) 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. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Steven Wilson died after he was struck by a car on Island Bank Road in Inverness Credit: © 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. Woman rushed to hospital after horror crash near Scots primary school "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.

'Truly devastated': Cyclist who died during 66-mile Loch Ness road race named by police
'Truly devastated': Cyclist who died during 66-mile Loch Ness road race named by police

Scotsman

time29-04-2025

  • Scotsman

'Truly devastated': Cyclist who died during 66-mile Loch Ness road race named by police

The man was killed while taking part in the 66-mile cycling road race that circuited around Loch Ness Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... A road race cyclist who died after a crash with a car has been named by police. Steven Wilson, 49, was taking part in the Etape Loch Ness race on Sunday when the fatal crash happened. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Steven Wilson was killed in the cycling event | Police Scotland The crash involving a BMW 120 M Sport happened around 12.20pm on Island Bank Road in Inverness. Police Scotland Sergeant Lewis Macleod said: 'Our thoughts remain with Mr Wilson's family and friends at this difficult time. Our inquiries into the crash are ongoing and we ask anyone who witnessed the crash and hasn't spoken to police to come forward.' The Etape Loch Ness follows a 66-mile route around Loch Ness and surrounding roads. Etape Loch Ness event director Malcolm Sutherland said earlier: 'We are truly devastated by the news and our heartfelt thoughts are with the rider's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'We are offering them our full support and also supporting those affected at the event.' The organisation is working with Police Scotland and other authorities while they investigate.

Man who died taking part in Loch Ness cycling event named
Man who died taking part in Loch Ness cycling event named

The National

time29-04-2025

  • The National

Man who died taking part in Loch Ness cycling event named

Steven Wilson, 49, was hit by a BMW 120 M Sport vehicle on Island Bank Road during the Loch Ness Etape event at around 12.10pm on Sunday. Organisers of Loch Ness Etape said the man was hit next to the event area, which follows a 66-mile route on 'traffic-free' roads, and received immediate medical attention. The 49-year-old was taken to Raigmore Hospital in Inverness and pronounced dead a short time later, the emergency services said. READ MORE: A9 closed in both directions after two-car crash Police said enquiries into the crash remain ongoing at this time. 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 posted on social media, Etape Loch Ness's event director, Malcolm Sutherland, said his team is offering their full support to the friends and family of Wilson. He said: 'We are truly devastated by the news and our heartfelt thoughts are with the rider's family and friends at this incredibly difficult time. '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 April 27, 2025.

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