Man arrested after cyclist dies

[TrueBlueTerrier]

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A bus driver has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving after a cyclist died.

John Ariss, 63, a Royal Mail employee, was cycling home from work when he collided with a bus at James Watt Queensway, Birmingham, police said.

Mr Ariss, from Weoley Castle, died later on Wednesday. He leaves a wife and five grown-up children - three sons and two daughters.

The 40-year-old bus driver was bailed pending further police inquiries.

Mr Ariss was taken to hospital with serious injuries following the collision, which happened at just after 0600 GMT on Wednesday.

[TrueBlueTerrier]

Deep condolences to the family of John Ariss. Its is a particularly sad time of year to loose anyone in such tragic circumstances.

Condolences of course to all of his colleagues and friends.

[Ahebban]

Condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of John

[brothermagrew]

Likewise sincere condolences to the family of John Ariss.

[Lounge Lizard]

James Watt Queensway must be one of the worst roads in the country to cycle along but sadly he probably had little choice.