Readers' tributes after cyclist dies in Seacombe lorry crash

Emergency services including Merseyside Police, Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service and North West Ambulance Service were called at around 7.35am on Tuesday (October 29) to reports of a collision involving a HGV truck and a cyclist at Tower Road and Birkenhead Road roundabout.

The cyclist, a 25-year-old named on social media as 'Brandon', was pronounced dead at the scene.

An investigation is underway to establish the circumstances leading up to tragedy.

Readers took to our Facebook page to pay their tributes.

Ian Ball commented: "It’s a badly designed dangerous road that is used by HGVs getting to the 12 Quays ferry terminal not to mention cyclists and other road users.

"My heart goes out to the family and friends of the deceased and not to forget the HGV driver who will also be psychologically affected by what’s happened."

Jean Taylor wrote: "Awful news , God love him and his family x"

Jay Davies put: "Rip Brandon mate. Thinking of all your family, especially your beautiful little boy. X"

Joyce Langan wrote: "So sad, live for today. Life can change in the blink of an eye." 

Sonia Ingram commented: "Just awful. This road needs looking at. May he rest in peace."

Laura Levell wrote: "God bless the lad 25. No age. Thinking of his family". 

Joanna Bray put: "Too young. His poor family. Bless". 

Si Vis Pacem Parabellum commented: "So sorry to hear this and my heart goes out to his family.

"It's sad that there are so many motorists with little care or respect for cyclists. This is why we need more safer cycle routes."

Jane Fred wrote: "Omg how very sad thinking of the man's family and friends RIP xxxxx"

Janet Scott commented: "Rip. This road needs to have traffic lights put in as you come off that terminal. Always blocked with lorries. How many more accidents?"

Pauline Wigfield wrote: "Absolutely heart-breaking. RIP young man, no age at all. Condolences to your family and friends" 

Jeannette Gates wrote: "Sorry for his family and friends RIP x"

Tower Road and Birkenhead Road roundabout in Seacombe - scene of the crash in which a 25-year-old cyclist was killed on Tuesday (October 29) (Image: Newsquest) The driver of the HGV involved in the crash stopped at the scene following the incident.

A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless/inconsiderate driving.

He is still in police custody to be questioned.

Police are appealing for any witnesses, CCTV and dash camera footage which may assist the investigation.

Detective Sergeant Andy Roper, Lead Investigating Officer for the MATRIX Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “Our thoughts and condolences are with the family of the man who has sadly lost his life following a road collision today.

“The family are being supported by our specially trained liaison officers, and we have launched an investigation into his death.

“I urge anyone who witnessed or has information on this incident to please contact us.

“Alternatively, if you were driving in the vicinity, I ask that you please check your dashcam footage for anything that have captured something which will assist in the investigation the incident.

“Every piece information or footage could be vital in establishing what happened and provide his family with answers."

Anyone who saw the collision or captured anything on CCTV or dashcam is asked to contact Merseyside Police' Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) on (0151) 777 5747, or email SCIU@merseyside.police.uk quoting reference 24000917960.

Alternatively DM @MerPolCC or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.