Cyclist dies after road smash (From Daily Echo)

Cyclist dies after road smash

7:33am Friday 17th October 2008 in News Photograph of the Author By Simon Carr, Eastleigh Chief Reporter

Motorway traffic at a standstill

Motorway traffic at a standstill

A CYCLIST involved in a collision with a car on a busy Southampton road has died.

Greg Dear, 27, of Cliff Road, Freemantle, was rushed to Southampton General Hospital after a crash involving an orange Fiat Punto in Millbrook Road West shortly after 7.20am yesterday.

He was taken to a specialist neurology centre but died last night.

The 29-year-old woman driver of the Punto was been arrested in connection on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent and dangerous driving. She was released on police bail until January.

She was uninjured in the crash that brought rush hour traffic in the city to a standstill.

The cyclist and driver were both from Southampton.

Police are appealing for witnesses to contact Operation Carm at Eastleigh on 0845 0454545.

Comments(32)

downfader says...
9:04am Fri 17 Oct 08

Adrian Smith wrote:
Thats not the motorway is it? They showed images on south today of the motorways yesterday i think.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

AngrySotonResident says...
9:53am Fri 17 Oct 08

I prosume the charge has changed from GBH to Murder or death by dangerous driving.

Hope she has a good lawyer

Report this post » Register/Log In »

downfader says...
9:54am Fri 17 Oct 08

Poor fella's passed on. :-(

So, so sorry to read that, condolences to the family.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Meandyou says...
9:54am Fri 17 Oct 08

Very sad, thoughts are with the family and friends.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

spudnik says...
10:20am Fri 17 Oct 08

Adrian Smith wrote:
Think that is the bottom of the m271 just before redbridge roundabout.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

ann-marieu says...
10:45am Fri 17 Oct 08

my thoughts go out to the blokes family and friends through this difficult time. another life cut short such a shame x

Report this post » Register/Log In »

gorf says...
10:46am Fri 17 Oct 08

did the cyclist have a helmet on?

get yer self a skid-lid cyclists

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Flump says...
10:48am Fri 17 Oct 08

my thoughts go out to the family of the man that died

i was stuck in the traffic that this accident cause yesterday morning such a shame

Report this post » Register/Log In »

SotonResident says...
10:49am Fri 17 Oct 08

Being a cyclist, this story is close to my heart and my condolences go out to the cyclist's family. I commute by cycle and am cut-up/ignored by drivers daily...who seem not to care- i can only presume it is because they are safe inside a metal box. Whilst I can't comment on the incident itself, the fact that the driver has was arrested under multiple charges- including dangerous driving, speaks volumes. Unfortunately this incident is not the first and certainly will not be the last.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

downfader says...
11:43am Fri 17 Oct 08

gorf wrote:
did the cyclist have a helmet on? get yer self a skid-lid cyclists

Gorf, sadly I feel a helmet would have been of little help here. They're only tested to a standard of 12mph, unlike motorcycle helmets (which is why I wouldnt support new laws until helmets could be improved or changed)

A helmet will help, however, with slower speed impacts and many falls to the road after. My own helmet probably saved me some serious injury when my head bounced off the road so I'm inclined to recommend them.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Trevrev says...
11:53am Fri 17 Oct 08

As SotonResident, I too commute by cycle everyday and each day encounter a close shave. I feel i'm hated by all motorists and pedestrians. People walk out in front of me, cars cut me up or pull out from junctions and nearly hit me. I wear reflective clothing have lights on.
It makes my 7.5 miles such a joy.
Sad news... My heart is with his family.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

samsie says...
12:25pm Fri 17 Oct 08

I too was 1 of the many stuck in this traffic yesterday taking 2 and half hours from Marchwood to the town centre, so kind of guessed would be a fatal accident. My thoughts are with the guys family & friends. Although it seems the woman driver was in the wrong, I dont see how people can comment unless they actually saw the accident happen. Yes alot of drivers are wrong & do ignore cyclists however alot of cyclists can also be in the wrong. Lets not point fingers until the person is charged or the charges are dropped. Again my thoughts are with the guys family & friends.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

terrikneller says...
12:35pm Fri 17 Oct 08

to all those motorists that lost time and money yesterday on millbroke road maybe they could spare a thought for the family that have lost a son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousion and friend. Maybe they lost an hour or two out of there day but we have lost a family member for ever. all people interviewed on tele could only focus on time and money lost and not one person showed any compassion for the young person tragically killed in the accident.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Miles Sway says...
12:51pm Fri 17 Oct 08

downfader wrote:

gorf wrote: did the cyclist have a helmet on? get yer self a skid-lid cyclists
Gorf, sadly I feel a helmet would have been of little help here. They're only tested to a standard of 12mph, unlike motorcycle helmets (which is why I wouldnt support new laws until helmets could be improved or changed) A helmet will help, however, with slower speed impacts and many falls to the road after. My own helmet probably saved me some serious injury when my head bounced off the road so I'm inclined to recommend them.

There was a report a while ago suggesting skid lids made cyclists feel invincible!
Personally I wouldn't ride without one, having come off a few times in traffic. Worst thing though is cyclists wearing no bright or reflective clothing - a couple of quid really can save your life.
My sympathies for the family of this chap; and if the driver was just careless, throw the book at her.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

1234 says...
12:52pm Fri 17 Oct 08

terrikneller, southampton says...12:35pm Fri 17 Oct 08to all those motorists that lost time and money yesterday on millbroke road maybe they could spare a thought for the family that have lost a son, brother, grandson, nephew and cousion and friend. Maybe they lost an hour or two out of there day but we have lost a family member for ever. all people interviewed on tele could only focus on time and money lost and not one person showed any compassion for the young person tragically killed in the accident. very true have some thoughts for the poor blokes family how tragic, such a shame another young persons life cut short, i hope the driver will do the time R.i.p all my thoughts are with the family at such a sad time!

Report this post » Register/Log In »

southy says...
1:06pm Fri 17 Oct 08

Adrian Smith wrote:
"The inbound carriageways of Millbrook Road West and Tebourba Way reopened shortly after 11am this morning"

Tebourba Way, this morning and that photograph. Where is that of?

Echo up to its usual standards I see.

its was taken at redbridge roundabout looking up the M271

Report this post » Register/Log In »

cardriver says...
1:39pm Fri 17 Oct 08

to all of you saying that its good the driver has been arrested you all need to button it.unless you was there and saw it then comment but if not dont..I WAS UNFORTUNATE ENOUGH TO BE INVOLVED IN A FATAL ACCIDENT MYSELF AND THE LAST THING YOU NEED ARE PEOPLE SAYING ITS THE DRIVERS FAULT.Its very sad that a young person has died yet again in southampton on a busy road and my condolences go out to the family so unless you know the whole truth about the accident stop jumping to conclusions and appointing blame whats to say the cyclist didnt just ride out in front of the car trying to save themselves a couple of minutes.BUT AS USUAL WITH MOST PEOPLE A CAR WAS INVOLVED SO ITS THE DRIVERS FAULT

Report this post » Register/Log In »

doos says...
2:26pm Fri 17 Oct 08

Make that the 2nd to last post by cardriver that made the good point. Not the last uninformed rant.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

southy says...
3:14pm Fri 17 Oct 08

still talking to your self local

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Antibacterial Face Wipe says...
3:14pm Fri 17 Oct 08

No doubt the lady car driver will be dealt with again, heavily with bias. I guess they will try and say she was texting or something.

Lets hope CCTV will be able to come up with something

Report this post » Register/Log In »

somebody says...
3:54pm Fri 17 Oct 08

Well with a bit of luck the driver is looking at a long prison sentence so it will be one more dangerous driver off the roads of Southampton.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Millbrookblue says...
4:09pm Fri 17 Oct 08

It won't be the last fatal accident at that junction - it's only a matter of time before a pedestrian is killed as there is no pedestrian crossing to get across the very fast section of Millbrook road between the speed camera's to get to the Somerfield store , adjacent bus stop , or Football Centre.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

twizzle says...
6:34pm Fri 17 Oct 08

Why can't you lot shut the f*** up as only one off three people to stay and witness the incedent with the police you lot are all talking out off ya arse's me not feeling to good at mo as one off the last people to talk to him whilst you lot drove past on the way to your little desks. come and talk to me in person if you got something to say in response

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Karenrstevens says...
6:55pm Fri 17 Oct 08

i am saddened to hear this story, a person so young killed. my thoughts are with his family and friends and agree with previous comments people may have been stuck in traffic for hours and lost those hours of their lives but think about the family who has lost a young member and the man who has lost the rest of his life.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

southy says...
7:30pm Fri 17 Oct 08

Millbrookblue wrote:
It won't be the last fatal accident at that junction - it's only a matter of time before a pedestrian is killed as there is no pedestrian crossing to get across the very fast section of Millbrook road between the speed camera's to get to the Somerfield store , adjacent bus stop , or Football Centre.

theres a subway for people on foot(west side of the lights) or theres the bridge (on the east side of the lights)both are with in a few 100 yards of the lights

Report this post » Register/Log In »

sotonbusdriver says...
7:53pm Fri 17 Oct 08

My deepest thoughts go out to the family of the cyclist.. And I wonder whether he was 1 of just few sensible cyclists, or truthfully like most turned across the path of the Punto without looking????

As I drive around this city daily. It is a wonder that there are any cyclists alive in this town.

It's a pity that the sensible one's are just few and far between.

Most I see jump off the pavement while cycling at speed on to the road without the slightest look behind as to whats coming up the road behind them. I have also seen many pedestrians jumping out the way of cyclist who think its thier god given right to cycle fast on pavements, and have the right of way.

Only a few weeks back, I saw an accident where a young girl aged about 7 yrs old, was crossing at a traffic light controlled crossing with the green man in her favour, on reaching the other side of the road, was then thrown back into the road, after being hit by a middleaged man riding his bike on the pavement at what must have been at least 20mph... Having hit her, he wobbled up the road, gained control and rode off without even looking back. lucky she was ok...

The latest trick of cyclist is to ride on the road, then on reaching a ZEBRA CROSSING, where they are supposed to dismount, just swinging across the road expecting the vehicles behind them to stop..

Last Sunday on leaving The Range in Winchester Road in my car... Going through a GREEN TRAFFIC LIGHT myself, a cyclist came at speed from my right through a RED LIGHT totally ignoring it, and cut me up.. On sounding my horm me threw abuse, and threatening behaviour at me,, Shouting it would have been your fault if you'd hit me...

With cyclist like this NOT bothering to obey their side of the highway code, it difficult to understand WHY the Police, whom I am sure know whats REALLY going on, are not dealing with it..

I KNOW why???? It's too much paperwork..... SIMPLE answer really ! ! ! ! !

My deepest thoughts go out to the family of the cyclist.. And I wonder whether he was 1 of just few sensible cyclists, or truthfully like most turned across the path of the Punto without looking???? As I drive around this city daily. It is a wonder that there are any cyclists alive in this town. It's a pity that the sensible one's are just few and far between. Most I see jump off the pavement while cycling at speed on to the road without the slightest look behind as to whats coming up the road behind them. I have also seen many pedestrians jumping out the way of cyclist who think its thier god given right to cycle fast on pavements, and have the right of way. Only a few weeks back, I saw an accident where a young girl aged about 7 yrs old, was crossing at a traffic light controlled crossing with the green man in her favour, on reaching the other side of the road, was then thrown back into the road, after being hit by a middleaged man riding his bike on the pavement at what must have been at least 20mph... Having hit her, he wobbled up the road, gained control and rode off without even looking back. lucky she was ok... The latest trick of cyclist is to ride on the road, then on reaching a ZEBRA CROSSING, where they are supposed to dismount, just swinging across the road expecting the vehicles behind them to stop.. Last Sunday on leaving The Range in Winchester Road in my car... Going through a GREEN TRAFFIC LIGHT myself, a cyclist came at speed from my right through a RED LIGHT totally ignoring it, and cut me up.. On sounding my horm me threw abuse, and threatening behaviour at me,, Shouting it would have been your fault if you'd hit me... With cyclist like this NOT bothering to obey their side of the highway code, it difficult to understand WHY the Police, whom I am sure know whats REALLY going on, are not dealing with it.. I KNOW why???? It's too much paperwork..... SIMPLE answer really ! ! ! ! ! sotonbusdriver

Report this post » Register/Log In »

fatuglytroll says...
9:06pm Fri 17 Oct 08

I can appreciate the many hours that people had to wait in the traffic yesterday and how frustrating it would have been but if the roles were reversed and it was your loved one that was fighting for his/her life on the side of the road would you really care about traffic congestion or how late you were for work? I think I can speak for most people when I say - NO! Maybe you should all take a minute to stop and think of the family and friends who are now grieving.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

downfader says...
9:22pm Fri 17 Oct 08

sotonbusdriver you're sending this horribly offtopic. May I suggest you join the echo forum and comment there instead.

Perhaps comments should now be disabled here...?

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Netley bloke says...
4:17am Sat 18 Oct 08

Good cyclist
Bad cyclist
Good driver
Bad driver
Too many Miss Marples out there.
At fault or not, a young man has tragically died.
Spare a thought for the family.
Let the police do there job.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Sheitma Pance says...
12:10pm Sun 19 Oct 08

sotonbusdriver, I tend to agree that a lot of cyclists are a danger to themselves and others.

Until it is proven that the cyclist did not skip a red light, swerve in front of the car or do something else silly I think people should lay off blaming the car driver!

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Sheitma Pance says...
12:14pm Sun 19 Oct 08

downfader wrote:

gorf wrote: did the cyclist have a helmet on? get yer self a skid-lid cyclists
Gorf, sadly I feel a helmet would have been of little help here. They're only tested to a standard of 12mph, unlike motorcycle helmets (which is why I wouldnt support new laws until helmets could be improved or changed) A helmet will help, however, with slower speed impacts and many falls to the road after. My own helmet probably saved me some serious injury when my head bounced off the road so I'm inclined to recommend them.

That may be so.

However, the prescence of a helmet would indicate that the cyclist took safety seriously.

If a cyclist goes out without safety gear, especially in rush hour, you have got to question their overall attitude to "safe cycling".

Report this post » Register/Log In »

_cats says...
9:10pm Mon 20 Oct 08

Sheitma Pance wrote:

downfader wrote:

gorf wrote: did the cyclist have a helmet on? get yer self a skid-lid cyclists
Gorf, sadly I feel a helmet would have been of little help here. They're only tested to a standard of 12mph, unlike motorcycle helmets (which is why I wouldnt support new laws until helmets could be improved or changed) A helmet will help, however, with slower speed impacts and many falls to the road after. My own helmet probably saved me some serious injury when my head bounced off the road so I'm inclined to recommend them.
That may be so.

However, the prescence of a helmet would indicate that the cyclist took safety seriously.

If a cyclist goes out without safety gear, especially in rush hour, you have got to question their overall attitude to "safe cycling".

What utter nonsense. The implication is that a lawfully acting cyclist is somehow riding in a worse manner because they don't wear a helmet! Absolutely not true.

The helmet issue is really nothing at all to do with this accident which none or few of us know the details of, only that a life has been lost, and for that we should all be truly sad.

Report this post » Register/Log In »

Comment now! Register or sign in below.

Log in with us

Fields marked with * are mandatory.

Or

Log in with

click2find

About cookies

We want you to enjoy your visit to our website. That's why we use cookies to enhance your experience. By staying on our website you agree to our use of cookies. Find out more about the cookies we use.