A Bombers fan was fatally struck by a car as he rode his bicycle to Monday's game.

Police are now looking for the driver involved in the fatal crash.

The 69-year-old man was cycling near Bishop Grandin Boulevard and Pembina Highway around 5:30 p.m. when he was struck by a car.

Emergency crews found the man seriously injured and rushed him to hospital in unstable condition.

He has since succumbed to those injuries.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers issued a statement on the death Wednesday.

"The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are shocked and extremely saddened to hear of the tragic death of long-time fan, Dick Stevenson, while cycling to the pre-season game this past Monday. The thoughts and prayers of our entire organization are with Mr. Stevenson's family as they mourn this tremendous loss," the statement read.

Police are now asking anyone who saw the collision or knows who was in the vehicle to contact investigators at (204) 986-6271 or Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-TIPS (8477).