A CYCLIST in his 50s has died after he was hit by a car overnight on Saturday on the Rokewood-Skipton Road at Rokewood.
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Police have been told a cyclist was riding west along the road at about 9.30pm when a white Toyota dual cab ute, travelling in the same direction hit the cyclist.
The driver of the car, a man in his 20s, is assisting police with their enquiries.
The death comes just hours after police launched Operation Roadwise, which is focusing on driver speed and distraction over the Christmas-New Year break.
Investigators wish to speak to anyone who may have seen the cyclist or ute prior to the collision, or anyone who witnessed the incident, or with dashcam footage.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
