A 49-year-old man who died following a fatal crash during the Etape Loch Ness has been named as Steven Wilson.
Officers and paramedics were called to a report of a crash involving a cyclist and a BMW 120 M Sport on Island Bank Road on Sunday, April 27.
Mr Wilson was taken to Raigmore Hospital, but despite swift medical treatment he died a short time later.
Investigation open after cyclist dies during Etape Loch Ness
Sergeant Lewis Macleod said: “Our thoughts remain with Mr Wilson’s family and friends at this difficult time.
“Our enquiries into the crash are ongoing and we ask anyone who witnessed the crash and hasn’t spoken to police to come forward.”
Speaking following the tragic accident, Etape Loch Ness event director Malcolm Sutherland said the team had been “devastated” by the news.
In a statement, he said: “Our heartfelt thoughts are with the rider’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.
“We are offering them our full support and also supporting those affected at the event.”
The Etape Loch Ness team are working with the police as they carry out a full investigation into what happened.
The accident, on Sunday, took place just outside the event area on Island Bank Road, which formed part of the 66-mile route.
Anyone with information or who witnessed the accident is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident 1334 of April 27, 2025.
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