Cyclist dies following crashes on A39, A616

A cyclist in his 60s died at the scene of a crash involving a van on the A39 in Polsham, Somerset, on April 8, prompting Avon and Somerset Police to appeal for witnesses and any dashcam footage. The police confirmed that the cyclist's next of kin had been notified and are being supported by a specialist family officer. In a separate incident, a 58-year-old cyclist was killed in a collision with an HGV on the A616 near Langsett Reservoir in South Yorkshire on April 7. The 47-year-old HGV driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by driving without due care and attention, and police are seeking information from witnesses and drivers who may have dashcam footage. In both cases, authorities are emphasizing the importance of community assistance in gathering evidence related to the crashes. Investigations continue as police work to understand the circumstances surrounding these tragic incidents.