Motorcyclist dies in collision in Ravenshead
Police launch investigation following crash on the A60
A male motorcyclist has died after a collision in Nottinghamshire.
Emergency services were called to reports of a crash involving a small blue motorbike and a dark blue/black BMW car on the A60 Mansfield Road at Ravenshead just after midnight this morning.
The motorcyclist, aged in his 30s, died at the scene.
The road was closed between Larch Farm crossroads and the Newstead Abbey turn-in to allow investigation work to take place.
Nottinghamshire Police have advised drivers are advised to avoid the area if possible.
Detective Constable Emma Temple, of Nottinghamshire Police’s serious collision investigation unit, said: “This is a tragic incident and we are currently working to understand the full circumstances.
“As part of our ongoing inquiries we are urging any motorists who were in the area around the time of the crash to contact us with any information that they think could help our investigation.
“We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who may have captured either of the vehicles involved on dashcam footage.
“Any information – no matter how small it may seem – could help us to better understand the circumstances around this incredibly sad case.”