The man, 22, died in hospital (Picture: Google)
A murder investigation has been launched after a male cyclist was killed on the road.
The electric bike rider, 22, was allegedly struck by a VW car in Grangetown, Teeside.
He was rushed to hospital in a critical condition on Thursday.
Two men, aged 21 and 22, were arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at the weekend.
Following the victim’s death on Sunday evening, Cleveland Police announced: ‘This has now become a murder investigation.’
A woman, 30, has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Meanwhile, a third man, 21, who was also arrested has been bailed.
Anyone with information on the tragedy is urged to come forward to officers.
A statement from the force said: ‘A 22 y/o man who was receiving treatment in hospital following an alleged incident in #Grangetown on Thursday evening, 6th Oct, sadly passed away this evening (Sunday 9th Oct).
‘Our thoughts are with the man’s family & friends at this extremely difficult time.’
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A number of arrests have been made.