Aberdeen man on murder bid charge after cyclist knocked over
The 37-year-old was driving a BMW that struck the 19-year-old on Rousay Drive
Last updated 26th Sep 2026
A man's been arrested on a murder bid in Aberdeen after a cyclist was hit by a car.
The 37-year-old man has been arrested and charged after the incident around around 6pm last night.
Police raced to the scene when they receieved a report that a white BMW car struck a cyclist on Rousay Drive after travelling from the Lang Stracht area.
The cyclist, a 19-year-old man, later attended hospital for treatment. The road was closed for a period of time to allow enquiries to be carried out.
The 37-year-old is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court on Monday.
Sergeant Scott Cooper said: “We are continuing to carry out enquiries following this incident and we are appealing to anyone who was in the area around this time to contact us with any information.
“In addition, any witnesses or anyone with dash-cam footage is asked to come forward as this may be able to assist.”
Anyone with information can contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 2884 of 25 September, 2026. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers where anonymity can be maintained on 0800 555 111.