A 34-year-old cyclist from Żejtun was involved in an accident with a car, and suffered grievous injuries.

The accident occurred at 7pm on Monday night in Żejtun, on Triq Għar Dalam.

The car, a Toyota Auris, was being driven by a 23-year-old man also from Żejtun.

The cyclist was rushed to Mater Dei Hospital. Police investigations are ongoing.