Bicycle pillion passenger dies in hospital

Emergency services responded to an incident in which a pillion passenger fell from the rear of a bicycle in Hawthorn last month.

A 20-year-old woman was seriously injured in the fall from the bicycle on Glenferrie Road about 5pm Tuesday 29 September.

She was taken to hospital but sadly, has died.

Nunawading Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with dash cam footage is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or file a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au

For the current lives lost tally see https://www.police.vic.gov.au/news

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