In a heartbreaking incident, Australian Olympic track cyclist and former world champion Melissa Hoskins, 32, lost her life in a car accident in the southern part of the country. The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) confirmed the devastating news, expressing profound sadness over the tragic events.
Melissa, a decorated cyclist, clinched gold in the team pursuit at the 2015 world championships and represented Australia in the 2012 London and 2016 Rio de Janeiro Summer Olympics. Her remarkable achievements made her a respected figure in the cycling community.
Reports from Australian media have indicated that Melissa’s husband, Rohan Dennis, a two-time world individual time trial champion, has been arrested and charged in connection with her death. The South Australia Police released a statement disclosing that a 32-year-old woman, later identified as Melissa Hoskins, succumbed to injuries after being hit by a car in an inner suburb of Adelaide.
The police arrested a 33-year-old man, believed to be Rohan Dennis, and charged him with causing death by dangerous driving, driving without due care, and endangering life. The driver, known to the victim, was granted bail and is scheduled to appear in court on March 13.
The cycling community and the AOC have extended their condolences to Melissa’s family and friends during this incredibly challenging time. The untimely loss of a talented athlete has left a void in the hearts of many who admired her dedication and achievements in the world of cycling.
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