65-year-old man has died after being hit by Transperth bus in Thornlie

A 65-year-old man has died after a collision with a bus in Perth's south-east.

About 7.40am yesterday a man on his morning run was heading north-west along Garden Steet when he was hit by a Transperth bus near the intersection of Forest Lakes Drive and Garden Street.

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Emergency services were called to the scene and rushed the man to Fiona Stanley Hospital.

The runner sadly died in hospital due to his critical injuries.

A major investigation of the scene is under way and any witnesses have been urged to contact Crime Stoppers via www.crimestopperswa.com.au or by calling 1800 333 000.