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Police Probe Fatal Bus Collision That Killed Cyclist Outside Taronga Zoo

Specialist officers from the NSW Crash Investigation Unit have sealed the scene to prepare a coroner’s report.

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Overview

  • The collision occurred about 10:30 am on Bradleys Head Road when a southbound bus struck a male cyclist in his 50s, who died at the scene.
  • The bus driver and four passengers were uninjured and the driver underwent mandatory hospital testing.
  • North Shore Police established a crime scene that was later handed over to the Crash Investigation Unit for specialist examination.
  • Authorities are preparing a report for the coroner as formal identification of the cyclist remains pending.
  • Visitors are advised to access the zoo via the staff entrance at Whiting Beach Road following the suspension of bus services from the zoo wharf.