Motorcyclist seriously injured in collision near Purton

Police say the rider, in his 20s, will require surgery

Author: Gavin RutterPublished 19th Dec 2022

A motorcyclist has suffered serious leg injuries in a collision in Purton.

The collision happened at approximately 4.25pm yesterday.

A BMW 520 was travelling along Packhorse Lane towards Purton when the vehicle was in collision with an oncoming motorbike.

The rider – a local man in his 20s – sustained serious leg injuries and was taken to the Great Western Hospital where he will undergo surgery.

The driver of the BMW – a man in his 30s – was not injured.

Police say they would like to hear from any witnesses to the collision, or anyone who may have dash cam footage.

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