Cyclist dies in Manston accident
A cyclist has died after being hit by a lorry near Manston.
The accident happened at 6.20am today when a white Mercedes LGV lorry was overtaking the rider between the Drome Garage and Charles River laboratory on Manston Road.
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Police at the scene of the accident in Manston
The cyclist, a man, died at the scene.
The road was closed as police investigated but opened around 11am.
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The lorry driver was taken to Thanet hospital in Margate suffering from shock.
Police are appealing for any witnesses who saw vehicles to call Kent Police's serious collision investigation unit on 01622 798538.
Comments
by emma steel, newcastle
Wednesday, February 24 2010, 11:29PM
“my thoughts are with all his family and friend, sleep tight marc x”
by david the cyclist, margate
Wednesday, February 24 2010, 7:37PM
“i cant descibe how horrible this makes me feel.
From my own point of view as a regular thanet cyclist i really would like to find out the real circumstances behind this collision....a number of questions are in my mind.....
In answer to the guy who said we need more cycle paths....although it would appear to make sense they really dont help. If you follow them round thanet you just end up having to negotiate around four times more junctions. Most cycling collisions happen at junctions (i know this one didnt). Browse onto john franklins cyclecraft website and he has all the detailed research from around the world to demonstrate more accidents when cyclepaths are widespread or well used. Seems contrary to intuition but true.
Im reluctant to automatically slag off the van driver without knowing the circumstances.
I went white when i was told about this poor cyclist....there but for the grace etc....”
by Jackie Neve, Minster Thanet
Wednesday, February 24 2010, 3:49PM
“You were a friend of my son Robert Taylor who will miss you - such a shock - you were such a lovely polite lad x”
by danielle french, margate
Wednesday, February 24 2010, 8:17AM
“gone but never to be forgotten.x”
by James Keeley, Ramsgate
Tuesday, February 23 2010, 11:07PM
“We have set up a Facebook page for everyone that knows him. Please feel free to join;
http://bit.ly/9j1y71”
by Disa Archer, Hinton in the Hedges, Northants
Tuesday, February 23 2010, 9:28PM
“A tragic, tragic end to the life of my daughter's best friend. A lovely man, with a wonderful nature. R.I.P. Marc x x x”
by John, Dublin Ireland
Tuesday, February 23 2010, 3:03PM
“Terribly Sad to Hear the News,another Cyclists Killed on Britain's Toxic Roads. It looks like this Lorry Driver was in a rush and never gave enough space when overtaking the Cyclist. When will it all End,please slow down and keep your Distance at least 4ft Please Mr Motorist. I would recommend that all Motorists be given Cyclist Training before they get their Licences,Two or three Weeks on a Bike. My Condolences to his Family.”
by Fellow Cyclist, Kent
Tuesday, February 23 2010, 8:03AM
“Another tragedy of a cyclist killed by a lorry, which is happening all over the country.
Drivers, please leave plenty of space between a lorry and a cyclist and drive slowly.
By law, companies now have responsibilty to ensure their drivers drive safely.
Companies should equip their lorries with cyclist friendly mirrors.
We need more cycle paths.
RIP”
by James Keeley, Ramsgate
Monday, February 22 2010, 10:32PM
“I will never forget you mate, we had some good times together. Until we meet again, rip x”
by kevin lloyd, broadstairs
Monday, February 22 2010, 10:31PM
“tragic loss of a really really good bloke , a good friend and always had a smile , pleased to have had 12 years as your pal , R.I.P my friend , gone but never forgotten !!!!! x x”