June 2, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious collision occurred on Sunday, June 1, 2025 , at approximately 10:30 am at the intersection of Bourke Street and Rainford Street in Surry Hills, Sydney , involving a pushbike rider and a truck .

The 40-year-old man , who was riding a bicycle , was struck by a 34-year-old male truck driver and taken to St Vincent’s Hospital in critical condition . The cyclist is currently fighting for life following the incident.

The truck driver was uninjured and was taken to hospital for mandatory testing as part of the police investigation.

NSW Police are examining the crash and have urged anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the area to come forward.

“The cyclist was taken to St Vincent’s Hospital in critical condition.”
— NSW Ambulance statement

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025 (approximately 10:30 am).
  • Location: Intersection of **Bourke Street and Rainford Street**, **Surry Hills, New South Wales** — a busy urban area with a bike path.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **pushbike**, ridden by a **40-year-old man** who was critically injured.
  • A **truck**, driven by a **34-year-old man** who was not physically harmed but was taken to hospital for testing.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical Injuries:
    • The 40-year-old cyclist sustained severe injuries after being hit by the truck and is currently in **critical condition** at **St Vincent’s Hospital**.
  • No Injuries:
    • The 34-year-old truck driver was unharmed and underwent medical evaluation.

Emergency Response

  • Paramedics responded swiftly to the scene and provided immediate care before transporting the cyclist to hospital.
  • The truck driver was assessed and taken to hospital for further checks.

“The 34-year-old male truck driver was uninjured but taken to hospital for mandatory testing.”
— NSW Police update

Police Investigation
NSW Police are investigating:

  • The circumstances surrounding the collision at the **Bourke Street and Rainford Street intersection**.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential contributing factors such as speed, distraction, or mechanical failure.
  • CCTV or dashcam footage from the **Surry Hills area** around **10:30 am on June 1, 2025**.

Authorities are urging witnesses or those with video evidence to contact Crime Stoppers or submit details via Policelink .

Community Impact
This incident has raised concerns about cyclist safety in Sydney’s inner city , particularly at intersections where bike paths intersect with traffic lanes . It highlights the need for increased awareness and caution among drivers when sharing the road with cyclists.

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has CCTV/dashcam footage of the Bourke Street and Rainford Street intersection in Surry Hills around 10:30 am on June 1, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities: