Police launch appeal as motorcyclist dies in collision near Belper

It happened on the B5023 on Sunday afternoon

Author: Trevor ThomasPublished 3rd Apr 2023

Derbyshire Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a fatal collision on the B5023.

The collision occurred at the junction with Johnson Lane in Belper at just after 1.50pm on 2 April.

A Suzuki motorbike travelling towards Wirksworth collided with a Range Rover and a Dacia Sandero.

The rider of the motorcycle, a 28-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family are aware and are being supported by specialist officers.

Officers are now appealing for witnesses and anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

The force say they are particularly keen to hear from anyone who was travelling along the B5023 between 1pm and 2pm on Sunday afternoon 2 April.

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