A MOTORIST has been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Northumbria Police said a car had been travelling on St Lawrence Road, Newcastle, on Saturday morning when it collided with a cyclist.

Officers and emergency services attended the scene and the female cyclist was taken to hospital with serious and potentially life-threatening injuries.

The driver of the car, a 29-year-old male, was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and remains in police custody at this time.

An investigation has been launched and the road remains closed in both directions while officers remain in the area.

Police are now appealing for any witnesses to the collision, especially anyone who might have dashcam footage, to come forward.

A spokesperson said: "The road serves as the main entry point for those living in St Peter’s Basin so we are now asking for anyone who may have seen what happened, to contact us as we try to establish exactly what has happened.

"The road remains closed while our officers carry out further enquiries so please follow the diversions and instructions of officers at the scene.

"We apologise for any inconvenience caused to local residents and ask for cooperation whilst the incident is investigated.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact us immediately by using the Tell Us Something page on our website, or calling 101 quoting log NP-20220101-0599."

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