A 52-year-old cyclist has died after being struck by two cars in Brampton on Wednesday morning.

The man was cycling northbound on Dixie Rd. when he was hit near Mayfield Rd. just before 7 a.m., said Sgt. Josh Colley.

Const. Baljit Saini, Peel police’s media relations officer, explained that the man was initially struck by one car. After he collapsed, a second car struck him.

Both drivers remained at the scene, and the major collision bureau is still investigating.

George Carswell, the 52-year-old Brampton man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Colley said gusting wind and snow may have been factors in the accident.

Staff Sgt. Gary Carty stressed the importance of road safety in snowy weather conditions.

“Motorists need to be alert to the fact that active commuters, who include cyclists and pedestrians, are entitled to use our roadways,” Carty said.

“Cyclists are reminded to always obey the rules of the road and are encouraged to make themselves as visible as possible.”

Read more about: