L.T.G Posted April 10, 2010 Share Hubbers, I'd just like you guys to (if you're the religious type, ) include my cousins in your prayers (and if not) in your thoughts please. http://news.smh.com.au/breaking-news-national/cyclist-killed-in-m4-truck-smash-police-20100410-rz8h.html Cyclist killed in M4 truck smash: police April 10, 2010 - 7:49PM AAP A cyclist has been killed and three others are lucky to be alive after a truck ploughed into the group in a "horrific" accident on a Sydney motorway, police say. The cyclists, including two siblings in their 20s, were struck while pedalling along the M4 at South Penrith early on Saturday morning. They were not long into their trip from Sydney's western suburbs to the Blue Mountains when the B-double truck allegedly veered into the emergency lane on the 110km/h stretch of road. The eldest of the group, a 35-year-old from Wollongong named as David Williams by the Seven Network, was dragged along by the truck which came to a halt 900m after impact, just after The Northern Road overpass. Inspector Rick Cox told AAP the man died instantly and sustained "horrendous injuries," adding to the trauma of the incident. "It appears he was dragged a distance along the roadway, as you can imagine with such a large vehicle," he said. The others were lucky to come out alive. A 25-year-old man of Edensor Park suffered a fractured vertebrae and internal injuries, while his sister, 20, sustained head injuries and an arm fracture. A third man, aged 23 from Bossley Park in Sydney's west, also fractured his arm. "When you consider the size of the B-double truck and the pushbikes, they were very lucky to get away they way they did," Inspector Cox said. "There was lot of debris. "Very horrific, probably one of the worst I have seen in my service. Their trip was a training exercise ahead of next month's Sydney to Surfers charity bike ride, which raises money for Youth Off the Streets, Seven reported. The survivors are now in a stable condition in Nepean Hospital, while the truck driver, a 27-year-old Glenmore Park man employed by South Penrith Sand and Soil, was ordered to undergo mandatory blood and urine tests. He was also treated for shock at the scene, Inspector Cox said. A motorist who saw the accident rang triple-zero, but crash investigators are still trying to piece together the moments before the 7.40am (AEST) smash and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Inspector Cox said it is not known how long he had been behind the wheel. WorkCover NSW confirmed it was investigating whether fatigue was a factor. Robert and Monique (the two siblings mentioned, " 25-year-old man of Edensor Park suffered a fractured vertebrae and internal injuries, while his sister, 20, sustained head injuries and an arm fracture") are my cousins. all other details are very sketchy at the moment, all I know is Monique has bleeding on the brain (not sure about this, possibly swelling) among a broken shoulder, wrist and ankle, Robert's arm is broken ..this is all i know.It's been a frantic morning with my Uncle and Aunt , (their parents,who are out here on holiday) arranging flights back! (they've just left for the airport) Thank YouLouis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryanlynx99 Posted April 10, 2010 Share sorry to hear bout this Louis.. will keep them both in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyclewife Posted April 10, 2010 Share Hey Louis Our prayers are with them. Horrific accident Our community already in mourning after Adam's death this last week. "Black" week for cycling...not just in S.A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thug Posted April 10, 2010 Share Sorry to hear about that Louis, your cousins and the family of David are in my prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammajoor Posted April 10, 2010 Share Not a good story to read, good luck to them and may the emotional wounds heal fast too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Santa C Posted April 10, 2010 Share Sad and hectic news, thoughts to all families involved!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheelz Posted April 10, 2010 Share sorry to hear that. my prayers with your cousins and your whole family. I hope that they have a full recovery soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Big H Posted April 10, 2010 Share Em and myself are with you, family and friends in prayer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowpoke Posted April 10, 2010 Share how horrific i will certainly be keeping htem in my thoughts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
idrive Posted April 10, 2010 Share Eish!!! I know that stretch of road (Gt Western highway) but it just goes to show how vulnerable cyclists are .... even in a nanny state like Oz!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fiasm Posted April 10, 2010 Share This is right near my home. The road was closed for some hours. I don't know the people involved, I'm very sorry for them and your family. The road is in good condition and this should not have happened-absolutely terrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.T.G Posted April 11, 2010 Share http://ten.com.au/video-player.htm?channel=News+Daily&clipId=2683_news-cyclists-100410 Thanks guys, they're thankfully ok. if you view the clip above you'll see how lucky they are! Thanks again so much, it's really appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedal Posted April 11, 2010 Share I send a 'silent' thanks every day that I am home again safe, and a bigger thanks that my family stay safe.Thoughts are with you Louis at this sad time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firewolf Posted April 11, 2010 Share sheesh! so sorry for your loss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.T.G Posted April 11, 2010 Share Hey Firewolf, thanks, but thankfully my cousins are ok, still in hospital , one in ICU, but they're going to be ok. miraculously! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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