A man has been arrested after a cyclist died in an alleged hit-and-run crash in Deptford.

The cyclist in his 50s was hit at the junction between Childers Street and Rolt Street at around 4.15pm on June 3.

Police and emergency services were not able to save him and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The car that hit the cyclist, a silver Mercedes, was found abandoned at the site of the crash.

Officers investigating the crash on Wednesday arrested a 37-year-old man on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

He attended a south London police station and has since been released under investigation.

Officers continue to appeal for any witnesses or those who have information to get in touch.

Anyone who has information is asked to call Catford traffic garage on 020 8285 1574, or 101 quoting CAD5060/3June.

You can also tweet police via @MetCC or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.