Collision leaves cyclist seriously injured in Northampton

The collision took place on Broadway East this morning.

Author: Chris TatePublished 1st Sep 2026

A cyclist has been seriously injured after a collision on Broadway East in Northampton.

The incident took place at 8.25am this morning at the junction with Lindsay Avenue involving the driver of a black Volvo V60 car and the rider of a black pedal cycle.

The bike's rider, a woman in her 40s, was seriously injured and was airlifted to University Hospital Coventry.

Police arrested an 80-year-old Northampton man on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless or inconsiderate driving. He currently remains in police custody.

Officers would like anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant dashcam footage, to contact them on 101, quoting incident number 26000523477.

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