AN elderly cyclist died after a collision with a car today.

The 74-year-old man was riding on Darlington Back Lane, near Fox Hill Farm, between Sadberge and Stockton, when he was involved in an accident with a blue Renault Espace at 2.25pm.

He had been cycling towards Stockton, and the car was travelling in the same direction.

Anyone who was in the area at the time, or anyone who saw the cyclist shortly before the incident, is asked to call PC Andrew Pitts at Cleveland Police on 01642-326326.

*A 73-year-old man has been arrested on suspcion of causing death by dangerous driving. He was released on police bail, pending further enquiries.