Cyclist dies following crash with car in Stoke
Monday 26 October 2026 · 3 outlets · 5 reports · updated 
A cyclist has died at the scene after colliding with a car on Main Road Stoke in Nelson. The incident occurred on Monday morning near the Songer Street intersection. Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Key facts
6 facts
- A cyclist died at the scene of a crash in Stoke
- The crash involved a car and a cyclist
- The incident occurred on Main Road Stoke near Songer Street
- The crash was reported around 10.30am on Monday
- The Serious Crash Unit has been advised
- Inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing
The full story
1 min read · 3 outlets
A cyclist has died at the scene following a crash with a car in Stoke. The incident occurred on Main Road Stoke near the Songer Street intersection.
The crash was reported around 10.30am on Monday, which was Labour Day. Hato Hone St John was alerted to the incident at 10.28am.
Inspector Martin Tunley, the Tasman road policing manager, confirmed the fatality. Police have advised the Serious Crash Unit of the incident.
Emergency services attended the scene, including two Fire and Emergency NZ crews from Nelson and Stoke. Hato Hone St John provided an ambulance and a rapid response unit, though transportation was not required.
How it developed
- Tue 27 Oct, 10:56amThe cyclist was confirmed to have died at the scene.
- Tue 27 Oct, 11:10amThe crash occurred on Labour Day.
- Tue 27 Oct, 11:17amInspector Martin Tunley confirmed the fatality on Tuesday.
Where reports differ
- One report states Hato Hone St John was alerted at 10.28am, while others state the crash was reported at approximately 10.30am.
Compiled from reports by The Press, NZ Herald and Stuff.
