Police are appealing for information following the death of a "passionate" cyclist who was killed after being hit by a car in Lancashire.

Daniel Arran Richmond, a 35-year-old from Whittle-le-Woods near Chorley, was out riding with a friend when he was hit from behind by an Audi S3 just after 9.10am on Sunday on Runshaw Lane in Euxton.

His wife, Fabienne Richmond, paid tribute to her husband, saying: “Daniel was a hard-working, conscientious family man. He was passionate about his family and friends, as well as his hobbies, including cycling, golf, skiing, and trout and salmon fishing. He was funny, with a generous spirit and was successful at everything he turned his hand to. He will be greatly missed.”

A 36-year-old man from Ormskirk was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and has been bailed until July.



Lancashire police said in a statement: "Two cyclists travelling along Runshaw Lane from Euxton were crossing the M6 motorway bridge when an Audi S3 travelling in the opposite direction failed to negotiate a left hand bend and collided with the rear of one of the bikes.

"The rider, a 35 year old man from Whittle-le-Woods, received injuries which sadly proved fatal at the scene. The other cyclist was uninjured."

Sgt Steve Wignall of the Road Policing Unit, said: “I would appeal for anyone for anyone who saw this incident or who witnessed any of the vehicles involved prior to the collision to get in touch.”

Anyone with information should contact Lancashire police on 101 quoting log number 0450 of Sunday 13 April.

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