A 25 year old local man is facing some serious charges after he failed to stay at the scene of a fatal crash last night.

Greater Sudbury police say an 85-year old cyclist was struck by a vehicle around 10:30 on Paris street near the Birch Glen apartments and passed away in hospital. His name is being withheld out of respect for his family.

The unidentified driver is facing a dangerous driving causing death charge along with failing to stop at the scene of an accident involving death.

Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has more information is asked to contact the police traffic management unit.

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