Cyclist killed in Markham hit-and-run

A cyclist is dead after a hit-and-run in Markham on Monday morning.

Emergency crews were called to the scene at Carlton Road and Old Ivy Lane near Kennedy Road just before 8:30 a.m.

Police said the 50-year-old man suffered life-threatening injuries and was rushed to hospital, where he later died.

The vehicle that struck the cyclist fled the scene.

Police have not released a description of the vehicle.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or may have video footage of the area is being asked to contact York regional police.