Update: Cyclist killed in a hit and run collision on a major Mississauga road

A cyclist has died in a hit and run collision this morning.

In an update just before 9 a.m., police said the SIU (Special Investigations Unit) has invoked their mandate. The SIU is responsible for investigating circumstances involving police that have resulted in a death or serious injury, or if a firearm was discharged at a person.

The female cyclist was hit on Airport Road between Thamesgate Drive and Slough Street in Mississauga, Peel Regional Police said in the tweet today (Aug. 23) at 6:39 a.m.

The collision reportedly happened just before 5 a.m. this morning.

Police said the driver fled the scene.

There was no further information about the type of vehicle involved in the collision.

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But there were reports the vehicle was located a short distance away.

The age of the cyclist was also not released.

Airport Road was closed in both directions between Thamesgate Drive and Slough Street.

The SIU update to this story can be found here.

Police asked drivers to avoid the area and use alternative routes.

COLLISION/ ROAD CLOSURE:

-Airport Road closed in both directions.
-Between Thamesgate Dr & Slough St. #Mississauga
-Fml cyclist struck and killed.
-Motorist fled the scene.
-No further information at this time.
-Please avoid the area and use alternate routes.
-PR230272561

— Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) August 23, 2023