Appeal for driver to come forward after cyclist hurt in crash

The incident happened on the A199 in Gladsmuir, East Lothian, on Thursday afternoon.

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Police are appealing for a driver to come forward after a cyclist was seriously injured in a crash in East Lothian.

The incident happened on the A199 in Gladsmuir – just south of the roundabout with the junction for the A1 – at around 1.30pm on Thursday, however it was not reported to police until Friday.

Investigating officers said a 53-year-old male cyclist was involved in a collision with a large silver car, possibly a Kia, being driven by a woman.

The cyclist was taken by ambulance to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary where he was treated for his injuries.

Constable Steven Tait said: “Police were not called to this road crash at the time and it was reported to us on Friday, September 4. 

“We are now carrying out enquiries and appealing for any information to help us establish the exact circumstances surrounding the crash, and to trace the car involved and its driver.

“This is a busy road and at this time I would urge any witnesses to this crash, or anyone driving on the road around the time of the crash on Thursday afternoon with information or dashcam footage, to contact us as soon as possible.”

If you have any information, call 101.

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