The family have thanked those who stopped to try to save him
15:20, 21 Jan 2026Updated 15:38, 21 Jan 2026
Alan Hydes, who was killed in an alleged hit-and-run RTC on North Street in Bedminster, on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Alan, 68, from Hotwells, was passionate about cycling.(Image: Avon and Somerset police family handout)
The man who was killed in an alleged hit and run tragedy in Bristol has been named, as his grieving family have thanked members of the public and the emergency services who tried to save him.
Alan Hydes was cycling in Bedminster when he was hit by a car being driven along North Street at around 12.30pm on Sunday, January 11. The driver failed to stop and two people were later arrested. They have since been released on bail pending further inquiries by police.
North Street was busy at that time on a Sunday, and a number of people stopped to try to help Alan, but tragically he died at the scene.
The family of the 68-year-old from Caledonian Road in Hotwells said he was passionate about cycling, and they have been overwhelmed with messages of support and condolence since the tragedy.
“We would like to express deep thanks to Avon and Somerset police and all other emergency services in Bristol involved in attending this tragic collision,” Alan’s family said.
“We would also like to express our gratitude to those members of the public who came to his aid to give help and comfort on that day.
“We would also like to thank our family liaison officer from Avon and Somerset Police, Martin Higgins, for his invaluable support and guidance at this time.
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“We are comforted by the enormous outpouring of grief and condolences, especially from the local cycling community, as cycling was one of Alan’s favourite and lifelong passions,” they added.
Police in Bedminster are continuing to appeal for witnesses and more information about the incident that killed Alan.
(Image: Paul Gillis / Reach PLC)
“Two men arrested in connection with Mr Hydes’ death have been released on conditional bail while investigations continue,” a spokesperson for Avon and Somerset police said.
“Anybody who was in the area at the time of the collision, or those with doorbell, dashcam or CCTV footage, are asked to call us on 101 with reference number 5226009040 or complete our online appeals form,” he added.
