Cyclist Injured In Collision With Police Vehicle

A cyclist has been injured in a collision with a police vehicle at St Helens last night (Sunday, 7 June).

The incident happened about 8.30pm near the intersection of Jason Street and the Tasman Highway.

A woman riding a motorised bicycle sustained serious, but non life-threatening injuries.

She received initial treatment at St Helens District Hospital, before being transferred to Royal Hobart Hospital.

There were no other physical injuries.

Investigations into the incident are continuing and police are calling on anyone with information, or who may have witnessed the incident, to contact them on 131 444.

As is normal practice in these circumstances, a Professional Standards investigation will be conducted into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.

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