Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist died in a collision with a van on Aughton Road
Police were called to reports of a collision involving a red Honda motorcycle and silver Vauxhall Movano van at 1.24pm on Wednesday (15 November)
The motorcycle was traveling in the direction of Swallownest when it was involved in a collision with the van, which was travelling in the opposite direction near to the junction with Alexandra Road.
The motorcycle caught fire as a result of the crash and its 19-year-old rider sadly died at the scene. His family has been notified and is being supported by specialist officers.
A police spokesperson said “the driver of the van remained at the scene and was not physically injured. They are assisting with our enquiries.”
“Emergency services remain on Aughton Road this evening and it is closed between the junctions of Rotherham Road and Aughton Avenue while they continue their work.”
If you witnessed the collision, or have dash cam footage of either vehicle prior, please contact police via online portal or by calling 101, quoting incident number 413 of 15 November.
