Man, 65, charged after cyclist dies in hit-and-run near Brantford

Ontario Provincial Police have charged a Brant County man after a fatal hit-and-run involving a cyclist north of Brantford.

Officers say a 68-year-old Cambridge, Ont. man on a bike was killed at around 8:30 a.m. on East River Road in Glen Morris, Ont.

Investigators found the car allegedly involved in the death, the driver, 65-year-old Lloyd Williamson was taken into custody.

Authorities charged him with failure to stop at an accident after causing death.

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The OPP are asking anyone who might’ve been on East River Road around the time of the collision to contact them.

Residents and businesses in the area are asked to check surveillance systems for any relevant footage.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or leave an anonymous online tip.

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