Driver released on bail as enquiries into Nottinghamshire fatal crash ongoing

A man who was arrested following a fatal car crash involving a cyclist in Nottinghamshire has been released on police bail.
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British Transport Police said the man was released pending investigation into the incident that took place in Babworth.

On Friday (November 20), a cyclist died after a collision with a car at a level crossing in Babworth at 8.33am.

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The driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

A level crossing in BabworthA level crossing in Babworth
A level crossing in Babworth

East Midlands Ambulance Service deployed paramedics in two ambulance cars and a crewed ambulance together with an air ambulance.

However, the cyclist could not be saved and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The incident, which occurred at a level crossing between Doncaster and Retford, had caused all rail lines to be closed.

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The police have also called for witnesses to assist in their ongoing enquiries.

Those with information can contact the British Transport Police by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 90 of 20/11/20.