A cyclist aged 83 has died following a road crash in Filby.

Police believe victim, a man, collided with the back of a white Ford Transit van near to Filby Bridge, on the A1064 Main Road, at about 8.20am this morning (Saturday).

A police spokesman said the cyclist, who has not been named, was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. Both the cycle and van were badly damaged.

• Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Contact PC 431 Crowley at Roads Policing, Wymondham on 0845 456 4567.