Motorcyclist from Poole dies in crash near Weymouth
The man was travelling with a group of motorcyclists.
Last updated 5th May 2021
A motorcyclist in his 20s from Poole has died in a crash near Weymouth.
Dorset Police were called to the A353 Preston Road at Osmington Hill at 5.00pm on Tuesday.
Police said the collision involved a blue Yamaha motorcycle, which is was reported to have been travelling with a group of four motorcycles.
The rider of the Yamaha was pronounced dead at the scene and his family has been informed.
Road closures were put in place to allow the emergency services to respond to the incident and for an examination of the collision scene to take place.
Sergeant Rhys Griffiths, of the Dorset Police traffic unit, said: "Our thoughts are with the family of the young man who sadly died at this extremely difficult time for them.
"We will be carrying out a full investigation to establish the circumstances of this collision.
"From our enquiries, it is believed the motorcyclists travelled from Greenhill in Weymouth, along Preston Beach Road and then up to Osmington Hill prior to the collision.
"I would urge any witnesses to the collision, or anyone who has captured anything relevant on dashcam, to please contact us if you have not already spoken to police.
"I would also like to thank motorists for their patience and understanding while the road closures were in place.
"These closures were absolutely necessary to allow the emergency services to respond and for a thorough examination of the scene to be carried out."
How to contact Dorset Police
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email at scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210069909.
Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call freephone 0800 555 111.