AN 81-year-old man died near Buntingford on Sunday sparking a police appeal.

The cyclist from Enfield, died at around 1pm on the B1368 in Hare Street.

PC Kevin Sloan said: “At this time we believe the man became unwell whilst riding his bike, however I would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed what happened to contact me as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the Herts Police non-emergency number 101.