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A road race cyclist who died after a crash with a car has been named by police.
Steven Wilson, 49, was taking part in the Etape Loch Ness race on Sunday when the fatal crash happened.
The crash involving a BMW 120 M Sport happened at around 12.20pm on Island Bank Road in Inverness.
Police Scotland Sergeant Lewis Macleod said: “Our thoughts remain with Mr Wilson’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“Our inquiries into the crash are ongoing and we ask anyone who witnessed the crash and hasn’t spoken to police to come forward.”
A 49-year-old man who died following a fatal crash on Island Bank Road, Inverness has been named as Steven Wilson.
Around 12.10pm on Sunday, 27 April, 2025, officers were called to a report of a crash involving a cyclist and a BMW 120 M Sport.
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— Police Scotland Highland & Islands (@PSOSHighland) April 29, 2025
The Etape Loch Ness follows a 66-mile route around Loch Ness and surrounding roads.
Etape Loch Ness event director, Malcolm Sutherland said earlier: “We are truly devastated by the news and our heartfelt thoughts are with the rider’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
“We are offering them our full support and also supporting those affected at the event.”
The organisation is working with Police Scotland and other authorities while they investigate.
Anyone with information is urged to call Police Scotland on 101, quoting reference number 1334 of April 27.
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