London, UK—A cyclist died in a collision with a heavy goods vehicle in Central London on Saturday morning. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 10:00 AM following reports of a severe crash involving a truck and a bicycle at a major intersection.

Paramedics arrived within minutes, but the cyclist was pronounced dead at the location. The road remained closed for several hours as police officers began their initial sweep for evidence and witnesses.

The driver of the heavy goods vehicle stopped after the collision and is currently assisting police with their inquiries. No arrests have been made at this stage of the investigation, according to a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police.

Collision investigators spent the afternoon marking out the site. They are reviewing traffic light cycles and nearby security camera footage to build a timeline of the events leading up to the impact.

The area is known for heavy traffic, particularly with large commercial vehicles moving through the city during weekend hours. Local cycling advocacy groups have previously pointed to this intersection as a high-risk zone for vulnerable road users.

Traffic diversion signs were put in place, forcing bus routes and commuters to find alternative paths. The resulting gridlock persisted throughout the afternoon as investigators remained on the ground documenting the scene.

Police have issued an appeal for anyone who may have witnessed the collision to contact the serious collision investigation unit. Statements from those present will be essential to understanding the technical aspects of the crash.

The scene was cleared by late afternoon, but the investigation will continue over the coming days. The victim’s family has been informed of the incident.