A cyclist has died in hospital days after being deliberately struck by a car in Norwich, with the driver now facing the prospect of a murder charge after the victim succumbed to his injuries.
The man, in his 50s, suffered serious head injuries when he was hit by a white Mercedes CLA 180 Sport on Chartwell Road just after 5pm on Friday 8 March. Norfolk Police confirmed on Monday that he had died in hospital, describing the incident as a cyclist being “deliberately hit” by the vehicle.
David Morgan, 40, had already appeared before Norwich Magistrates’ Court on Monday charged with attempted murder and driving with excess alcohol. Following the cyclist’s death, Norfolk Police said it would now consult with the Crown Prosecution Service to consider whether the charges should be upgraded. Morgan has been remanded in custody and is next due to appear at Norwich Crown Court on 8 June.
Norfolk Police are appealing for anyone with dashcam footage or information about the manner in which the white Mercedes was being driven prior to the collision to come forward. People can submit information to the Major Investigation Team online or by calling 101 and quoting incident number NC-08052026-392.
