Former world champion cyclist, Rohan Dennis has been charged with the death of his wife, Melissa Dennis.
Former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has been charged in connection with the death of his wife, Olympian Melissa Dennis.
This allegation follows a tragic incident involving a car collision. It was alleged that he ran her over.
The alleged incident occurred in Medindie, South Australia, where Melissa was struck by her husband’s vehicle.
She passed away shortly after despite being rushed to the hospital for immediate medical attention after sustaining some serious injuries.
Rohan Dennis has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, driving without due care, and endangering life.
Both Rohan and Melissa Dennis were accomplished cyclists, with Rohan winning an Olympic silver medal in 2012 and a bronze in 2020.
Melissa, on the other hand narrowly missed out on an Olympic medal in 2012 but secured a team gold at the 2015 World Championship, setting a record in the process.
In 2015, Rohan set a record for the longest distance traveled in an hour and started the Tour de France in pole position.
Rohan Dennis has since been bailed and is expected to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on March 13, 2024 to face the charges against him.