Article: Cyclist, 82, hit by truck in New Farm dies after having legs amputated

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Article: Cyclist, 82, hit by truck in New Farm dies after having legs amputated at the scene
by: Brittany Vonow
From: The Courier-Mail
May 14, 2012 10:35AM

http://www.couriermail.com.au/news/cyclist-82-hit-by-truck-in-new-farm-dies-after-having-legs-amputated-at-the-scene/story-e6freon6-1226354474752

Another reminder of the dangers we can face.

AN 82-year-old cyclist who had both legs amputated after he was hit by a truck in New Farm has died of his injuries.

It is believed the man was going around the Kent and James Street roundabout when the was hit by a truck about 7am.

Both his legs were amputated at scene and he was rushed to the Royal Brisbane Hospital in a serious condition.

He died shortyy after 9am.

Traffic delays are expected, and motorists are urged to seek an alternate route.