A driver is facing charges after a cyclist was killed in a hit and run collision in Tillsonburg.
According to the Oxford County Ontario Provincial Police, the cyclist was hit by a vehicle at Broadway Road and Christie Street around 11 a.m. Tuesday. He was rushed to hospital but later died. He has been identified as Michael Jones, 63, of Tillsonburg.
Police said the driver initially failed to remain at the scene but was arrested after becoming involved in a second collision. Mark Newell, 38, of Springfield is charged with theft of a motor vehicle, failing to stop at an accident resulting in death, possession of property obtained by crime, failing to stop after an accident, and criminal negligence causing death.
He was held for a bail hearing and remanded in custody.
Police are still investigating. Anyone with any information is asked to call Oxford County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submit an online tip at www.oxfordcrimestoppers.com