Hunslet crash: Cyclist taken to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a lorry in Leeds

It happened in Thwaite Gate at about 4.20pm today.

West Yorkshire Police were called out following a crash between a bicycle and a HGV.

A police spokesperson said: "A male cyclist suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.

"Enquiries are ongoing at the scene."

Thwaite Gate is closed southbound between B6481 Pontefract Road and the Hand Car Wash.

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