A HIT AND RUN driver will face jail for causing the death of a Bracknell man.

David Ardron, 68, from Bracknell, was cycling north on Bagshot road at 10.10am on Wednesday, August 19, 2015, when he was hit from behind by a car.

Paul Zagar, 41, from Weybridge, Surrey, drove his Audi A3 into Mr Ardron, knocking him off the bicycle.

Mr Ardron died at the scene and Mr Zagar failed to stop or report the collision. He was arrested by officers later that day.

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Mr Zagar was found guilty by a jury of the charge at Reading Crown Court following a two week trial.

He was also sentenced to six years’ imprisonment and disqualified from driving for eight years and will be required to take an extended retest.

Senior investigating officer, Det Sgt Ashley Hannibal of Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mr Ardron, who have been waiting for this case to conclude.

“On the morning of August 19, 2015, for an unknown reason, Zagar failed to pay full attention to the road with the tragic consequences for Mr Ardron and his family.

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“In this case the tragedy was made worse by the fact that having failed to pay attention to the road, Zagar then failed to stop or report the collision to the emergency services.

“This case serves as a reminder to all motorists that whenever anyone drives they are responsible for their own safety and for the safety of other road users.”