Update – Belleville Police – Female Cyclist Killed in Collision with Vehicle

In Police Blotter

The Belleville Police Service is releasing the name of the female cyclist killed as a result of a collision with a vehicle earlier this week.

Around 4:30 a.m. on September 12, 2024 police and Hastings-Quinte Paramedics were dispatched to a report of a car that struck a cyclist on Dundas Street West near the intersection of Avonlough Road.

The driver involved remained at the scene was cooperative with police.

The cyclist was treated at the scene, however died at Belleville hospital as a result of injuries sustained during the collision.

The cyclist has since been identified as Belleville resident Melissa McGiffin, 40.

The Belleville Police Service extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ms. McGiffin during this difficult time.

An investigation in the incident was launched involving members from the Belleville Police Traffic Safety Unit and the Belleville Police Forensic Identification Unit.
No charges are expected at this time.

Car versus cyclist fatality
On the 12th of September at 4:30am, Belleville Police and Hastings-Quinte Paramedics responded to a report that a car struck a cyclist near the intersection of Dundas Street West and Avonlough Rd. The female cyclist died as a result of the collision. The involved driver of the car remained at the scene. Police are continuing the investigation

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Letter to the Editor – The Advocacy Cult That Hijacked Cobourg’s Homelessness Crisis

(Today's Northumberland file photo) For years, Cobourg has watched as a small group of vocal advocates have dominated the conversation

Read More...

Letter to the Editor – Selective Boundaries – Why Proof of Residency for Recycling, but Not for Public Safety or Services?

(Today's Northumberland file photo) As of July 2, 2025, Northumberland County is requiring proof of residency to access its Community

Read More...

Northumberland OPP – Numerous Charges After Stolen Vehicle Recovered (Name Released)

Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have recovered a stolen vehicle and laid multiple

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu