An inquest has opened into the death of a 35-year-old cyclist who died following a crash in Ipswich last year.

Benjamin Wright, who was father to 13-year-old twins, died on October 13, 2022, several weeks before his 36th birthday.

Emergency services were called just before 10pm to Vernon Street, south of Stoke Bridge, after reports of a crash involving a bicycle and three cars.

Ambulance crews and the air ambulance were in attendance, but Mr Wright died at the scene.

The driver of the Audi decamped and fled the scene after the incident. 

Later that evening, a 27-year-old man was arrested in the Shotley area on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs.

READ MORE: Family tribute to cyclist Benjamin Wright

A 25-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender and obstructing a police officer.

Both men were released under investigation, pending further enquiries.

In a tribute, Mr Wright's sister said: "I haven't just lost my brother, I've also lost my twin, my best friend and my soul mate all in one.

"It's absolutely broken me."

The inquest will resume at Suffolk Coroners' Court on Tuesday, December 19.