Cyclist Airlifted after Accident

A male cyclist has been knocked this morning at the intersection of Maxwell and Old Pretoria Main Road in Buccleuch. This incident occurred at approximately 06h20 this morning.

The unknown cyclist was traveling on Old Pretoria Main road in the direction of Sandton when a white Hi-Ace Taxi collided from behind with the cyclist. According to the taxi driver he entered the controlled intersection and the he collided with the cyclist. He did not state why or how it happened.

The cyclist's bike was dragged underneath the taxi for a distance and lodged itself under the taxi. The cyclist was found next to the intersection. He presented with severe injuries and may have suffered multiple internal and head injuries. The age of the cyclist is unknown.

Paramedics from numerous services dedicated their expertise and knowledge to save the man's life. Due to his extend of his injuries he was airlifted by helicopter to the Johannesburg General Hospital.

The road and intersection was closed for the duration of the medical evacuation.