A CYCLIST sustained a head injury in an accident along Umhlanga Rocks Drive near the Fernlea Road intersection (Somerset Park) on Thursday afternoon (October 16).

“According to initial reports, the cyclist may have experienced a medical emergency prior to losing control and falling onto the roadway, where he was subsequently struck by a light motor vehicle.

“Following the incident, the cyclist reportedly regained consciousness and attempted to leave the scene, seemingly unaware of the extent of his condition. He later collapsed approximately 100m away from the initial crash site,” KZN VIP Paramedics spokesperson Gareth Naidoo said.

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Ensure Security spokesman Kyle van Reenen said the cyclist was approximately 30 years of age.

“He had sustained a head injury and was treated and stabilised on scene by Ensure Security’s Tactical Intervention Unit before being handed over to KZN VIP Ambulance for transport to a State medical facility for further care. We extend appreciation to all emergency roleplayers involved for their swift and professional response,” he said.

This accident comes after a cyclist was killed on Umhlanga Rocks Drive last week.

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