Jason Lowndes has died at the age of 23 after being hit by a car on a training ride in Bendigo, Australia. According to the Herald Sun, Lowndes was riding out to meet someone on Sedgwick Road, Mandurang, when a 20-year-old driver struck him from behind. She stopped at the scene and was cooperating with the police.
The authorities are urging witnesses or anyone with information on the crash to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report at crimestoppersvic.com.au.
Lowndes raced for Israel Cycling Academy this season and was set to race for the British team JLT Condor in 2018.
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The collision occurred on Friday afternoon as Lowndes was training near his home, as confirmed by Israel Cycling Academy and Cycling Australia.
"We are deeply grieved by the tragic death of our dear friend, rider, and teammate, Jason Lowndes," read a statement from Israel Cycling Academy.
"Jason, who just celebrated his 23rd birthday 8 days ago, was hit by a car while training today on his bike near his home town in Bendigo, Victoria.
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