07/22/2026
Cyclist, 71, dies after driver opened door in bike’s path - Halifax
A cyclist has died in hospital just days after crashing into the door of a pickup truck in Halifax.
Halifax Regional Police said Monday that first responders were called to the 3600 block of Strawberry Hill Street at 1:15 p.m. AT on July 17.
"It was reported that the driver of the pickup truck opened the vehicle's door into the path of a cyclist," police said in a news release.
The cyclist, a 71-year-old man, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries where he later died.
The driver of the pickup truck was issued a summary offence ticket.
'Be aware of your surroundings,' police say
Halifax Regional Police said they're looking to speak with witnesses. Anyone who saw the accident can call 902-490-5020 and cite file No. 11177, said Const. Mandy Paquet.
Paquet said the incident is a reminder for everyone who uses the roads to be alert and pay attention.
"Whether it's in a car or on a motorcycle [or] on a bicycle — just being aware of your surroundings. It's really important to just be vigilant no matter how you're on the roadway, to be aware of everyone that's on the roadway," she said.
Halifax Regional Police said it was reported that the driver of the pickup truck opened the vehicle's door into the path of a cyclist travelling on Strawberry Hill Street. The driver was issued a summary offence ticket.
