An elderly cyclist has died after "becoming unwell" in a North Tyneside seaside town.

Police and paramedics were called to the A193, in Whitley Bay, on Sunday (September 29) after reports that a man in his 80s on a pedal cycle had become unwell. 

Northumbria Police has confirmed that despite the efforts of medics - who attended the scene just after 1pm - the man sadly died a short time later. 

His next of kin have been informed. 

The force confirmed that there is not believed to be any third-party involvement in his death and a file will now be prepared for the Coroner. 

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A full statement from police said: “Shortly after 1pm yesterday, we received a report that a man in his 80s on a pedal cycle had become unwell while on the A193 in Whitley Bay.

“Emergency services attended and despite the efforts of medics the man sadly died a short time later. His next of kin have been informed.

“There is believed to be no third-party involvement in the man’s death and a report will be prepared for the coroner.”