AN inquest into the death of a teenage cyclist has been opened and adjourned.

Jayson Gibson, 15, died after being hit by a car while riding his bike on Clingoe Hill, Colchester, on Saturday, February 4.

Essex coroner Caroline Beasley-Murray opened and adjourned the inquest into his death.

It has been scheduled to resume on August 4.

More than £1,400 has been raised for Jayson’s family via an online fundraising page.

A family disco and karaoke night is being held to raise funds for the family on Friday at Greenstead Social Club on Blackthorn Avenue, Colchester.

Entry is 50p for children and £1 for adults with all door proceeds donated.