Motorbike rider in her 20s dies in South Gloucestershire crash

The crash involved a car on the A403 Severn Road

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 26th Aug 2025

A woman in her 20s has died after riding her motorbike in South Gloucestershire.

The crash involved a car on the A403 Severn Road.

Police, fire and ambulance services were called to the scene near Pilning, following the incident, which happened at about 8.30am yesterday morning (Monday 25 August).

The motorcyclist – a woman in her 20s – died at the scene.

Their next of kin has been informed and a specially-trained officer will be providing them with support.

Avon and Somerset Police say the car driver was physically unharmed and has been assisting our enquiries.

The A403 was closed in both directions to allow collision investigation work to be carried out and the road surface to be checked.

Witnesses, or anyone who has relevant dashcam footage showing the vehicles prior to the collision, are asked to call 101 and quote reference number 5225239623 or contact us via their website.

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