Luton cyclist seriously hurt after colliding with police car on 999 call

A cyclist has suffered serious injuries after colliding with a police car in Luton on 13 October.

The incident occurred at around 4.15pm on Montrose Avenue as the police car was responding to a 999 call.

The ambulance service attended and the male cyclist was taken to hospital in a serious condition. His family have been made aware and are being supported by officers.

Montrose Avenue was closed for several hours while an investigation took place.

The circumstances of the incident were referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) in line with standard protocol. An independent investigation by the IOPC is now taking place.