A MAN has died following a crash in Alcester last night (Wednesday, July 14).

The collision happened on the A46 and involved a car and cyclist.

West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to the scene of the fatal crash at 7.23pm and sent three ambulances, two paramedic officers and the Warwickshire and Northamptonshire Air Ambulance to the scene.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “On arrival we discovered one patient, a man, who was the cyclist. Ambulance staff began treating the patient, who had suffered serious injuries in the incident.

“Sadly, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save the man and he was confirmed dead at the scene.

“The driver of the car was assessed and discharged at the scene.”