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A cyclist was seriously injured but said to be in a stable condition on Monday night after being hit by a truck about 3.50pm. The 45-year-old man's bike was left at the scene, snapped in half, as its rider was taken to the North West Regional Hospital. A hospital spokesperson said the rider's condition was stable about 6.30pm, but further details of their injuries were not available. Earlier, acting Inspector Tony Stewart said the driver of the truck was "shaken". Police said the driver, a 51-year-old man, was not hurt. The road remained partially closed as a forensic investigation of the scene was undertaken, delaying eastbound traffic out of Burnie for some time. Meanwhile, an unrelated crash between two cars held up traffic on Stowport Road, about one kilometre away. The occupants of both vehicles were unharmed and Sergeant Nick Patten said alcohol and speed were not believed to be factors. Anyone with information about either crash is urged to contact Tasmania Police on 131 444 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

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