Cyclist, 21, who was 'murdered' after being chased is named locally

2022-10-03

PICTURED: Cyclist, 21, who was ‘murdered’ after being chased and ‘stabbed’ by four men when he collided with their car

Police say the 21-year-old was chased down and attacked following a collision
Four men chased the cyclist into a street in Slough and launched a fatal attack
Paramedics attempted to save the cyclist, but he died from his injuries at scene
Officers have launched a murder probe into yesterday’s ‘shocking’ incident
The victim has been named locally as 21-year-old Kyron Lesner from Slough

This is the first picture of a cyclist ‘stabbed’ to death by four men who chased him down and attacked him following a collision with their car.

The 21-year-old victim of Sunday’s ‘shocking’ attack in Slough, Berkshire, has today been named locally as Kyron Lesner.

It comes as police today launched a murder investigation following the fatal attack on Sunday night in Cippenham – a leafy suburb of the town.

Detectives say the incident took place after a collision between a car – believed to be a black Volkswagen Golf – and a man on a bike.

Following the collision, four males got out of the car and launched a fatal attack on the cyclist, leaving him for dead before fleeing the scene in the vehicle.

Paramedics were called and attempted to save the life of the cyclist, who suffered serious injuries in the attack. However police say he died at the scene.

Floral tributes have today appeared at the site of the attack, described by one person as a ‘stabbing’, with pictures of Kyron accompanied by messages of condolences.

Several friends brought bottles of brandy which was poured into plastic cups and shared round. Four of the group raised a toast to their friend and left behind the half empty bottle.

One friend told MailOnline: ‘I’ve known Kyron for years. He was too young to die. He didn’t deserve to die.’

Meanwhile, tributes have also flooded in on social media for Kyron, who is believed to have lived locally and who attended a local school. In one online tribute, a friend described him as ‘the most kindest and genuine person ever’.

This is the first picture of a cyclist ‘stabbed’ to death by four men who chased him down and attacked him following a collision with their car. The 21-year-old victim of Sunday’s ‘shocking’ attack in Slough, Berkshire, has today been named locally as Kyron Lesner (pictured left, and right as part of a tribute left at the scene)

A murder investigation has today been launched after a cyclist was chased down and killed after being involved in a crash with a car. Pictured: Police forensic teams at the scene today

The four men then got back into the vehicle, believed to be a black Volkswagen Golf, and fled the scene. Pictured: Police forensic teams at the scene today

An investigator enters a forensic tent at the scene on Waterman Court, Cippenham, following the death of a man after he was fatally attacked by a group of men

A forensic tent on Waterman Court, Cippenham

Today officers Thames Valley Police described the incident as ‘shocking’ and have announced they are launching a murder investigation.

Senior investigating officer, Detective Chief Inspector Andy Howard, of the Thames Valley Police Major Crime Unit, said: ‘This is a tragic and shocking incident, which has resulted in the death of a 21 year old man.

‘Details at this very early stage are limited, including descriptions of the offenders.

‘It is therefore incredibly important that we hear from anyone who witnessed any part of this incident.

‘ If you saw the offence itself, or if you saw a black VW Golf driving in the area prior to or after the incident, please get in touch.’

Police say the incident took place around 8.50pm on Tuesday. Officers received a report that a male had been seriously injured in Waterman Court, Cippenham.

Officers attended the scene where it was established that a 21-year-old man had been in a collision on his bicycle with a car in Earls Lane.

Police say that, after the collision, approximately four males exited the Golf and chased the male into Waterman Court where he was fatally attacked. The men then left the scene in the black VW Golf.

Officers say the vehicle may well have damage as a result of the collision.

They are also ‘particularly interested’ in hearing from anyone who has dash-cam, CCTV or doorbell footage which could be relevant.

Police say that, after the collision, approximately four males exited the Golf and chased the male into Waterman Court where he was fatally attacked. The men then left the scene in the black VW Golf. Pictured: Police at the scene

Officers say the vehicle may well have damage as a result of the collision. They are also ‘particularly interested’ in hearing from anyone who has dash-cam, CCTV or doorbell footage which could be relevant. Pictured: Police forensic teams at the scene today

Detective Chief Inspector Howard added: ‘Our officers are at the scene and will remain so while our investigation continues.

‘I appreciate that a serious incident such as this may create a lot of concern in the community, but a detailed and thorough investigation is underway and at this time there is no indication that there is any wider risk to the public.

‘If any members of the local community do have concerns please speak to one of our officers at the scene.

‘If you have any information that you think could help us, please call 101, quoting reference number 20221002-1905.’

In the car park of an adjoining block of flats police yellow markers had been placed by forensic teams investigating the murder.

A police cordon closed off a block of flats where the markers had been placed in a car park.

A local shopkeeper said: ‘People have been talking about this, but I did not know the person who died.

‘It is awful. You don’t expect this sort of thing around here. There is nothing but homes, and it is usually so quiet.’

Today, friends gathered at the scene of the attack, yards from Cippenham Community Centre and a local convenience store, to pay tribute to Kyron.

Several young women brought flowers to lay with the more than a dozen that had been left on the corner of Waterman’s Court in Chippenham.

Detectives say four males got out of the car and launched a fatal attack on the 21-year-old cyclist following the crash in Cippenham, in Slough. Pictured: Police at the scene today

Paramedics were called and attempted to save the life of the cyclist, who suffered serious injuries in the attack. However police say the man died at the scene. Pictured: Police at the scene

Paramedics were called and attempted to save the cyclist, who suffered serious injuries in the attack. However police say the man died at the scene. Pictured: Police at the scene today

They were in tears as they left the scene and declined to comment. Several poignant messages had been attached to cards left with the flowers.

One said: ‘Mum and I will never forget you Kyron. You were the best.’ Another read: ‘You were taken from us too young. RIP Kyron.’

Others took to social media to pay their respects. One friend wrote on Facebook: ‘RIP To The Most Kindest And Genuine Soul/Person Ever.

‘We Had Some Funny Moments. You Was Taken Too Young. We All Missing You And Thinking About You. Rest Up Easy.’

Another wrote: ‘RIP to this little legend. What a good soul he had too. Rest in peace Kyron bro.’

The death of the cyclist comes on the same weekend two bodies were discovered in the same park in Slough.

Detectives from the Thames Valley Police Major Crime Team were called to Baylis Park in Slough, on Saturday, after the body of a 65-year-old man was discovered.

His death is being treated as ‘unexplained but not suspicious’.

On Sunday, a second body, that of a man aged in his 40s, was found just yards away from where the first body was discovered.

Police are not yet sure if the two deaths are linked and it is not currently believed that the incidents are related to the death of the cyclist.

Others took to social media to pay their respects. One friend wrote on Facebook: ‘RIP To The Most Kindest And Genuine Soul/Person Ever. ‘We Had Some Funny Moments. You Was Taken Too Young. We All Missing You And Thinking About You. Rest Up Easy.’ Another wrote: ‘RIP to this little legend. What a good soul he had too. Rest in peace Kyron bro.’

One friend today posted a tribute on social media, writing: ‘RIP Kyron Lesner. Life’s too short.’

Detective Chief Inspector Howard, speaking following the discovery of the second body, said: ‘We are working to find out what links the deaths of these two men. It may be that the deaths, while tragic, are not deemed to be suspicious.

‘However, the fact that two bodies have been found in close proximity to each other, in a short period of time, means that we need to establish the exact circumstances.

‘While these incidents will no doubt cause concern to people in and around Slough, I’d like to reassure people that we are conducting a full and thorough investigation.

‘I would like to reiterate that at this stage that these deaths are being treated as sudden and unexplained.

‘There is a great deal of work to do to find out exactly what has happened and whether there is any link at all between these deaths. If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to approach officers at the scene.’

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