Motorbike rider dies in A371 collision near Axbridge
Emergency services were called to the scene at 1.40pm this afternoon (25 May)
A motorbike rider has died in a crash in Axbridge this afternoon (May 25).
Avon and Somerset Police say it happened on the A371 at 13.40, with the road closed for a number of hours.
In a statement, the force said: "Emergency services were call to the A371 at about 1.40pm after a single-vehicle collision.
"Tragically, the motorcyclist died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts go out to his family.
"A specially-trained family liaison officer will provide them with support."
The road was closed during investigative work, however it reopened at 19:35 this evening.
Anyone who saw what happened or has relevant dashcam footage is urged to call 101 and provide the call-handler with reference number 5223122142.