Motorcyclist, 50s, dies after crash on A35 Puddletown bypass
The accident happened near Tolpuddle yesterday afternoon
Last updated 25th May 2022
A motorcyclist has died after an accident on the A35 Puddletown bypass.
Dorset Police received a report at 2.17pm yesterday (Tuesday 24 May) of a single vehicle collision involving a white Triumph motorcycle on the A35 Puddletown bypass near to Tolpuddle.
The rider of the motorcycle – a man aged in his 50s – sadly died at the scene. His family has been informed.
The road was closed to allow emergency services to deal with the incident. It was fully reopened shortly after 8pm.
Police Sergeant Geraint Butler, of the traffic unit, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of the man who very sadly died.
“An investigation is underway into this collision and I am appealing to anyone who witnessed what happened to please come forward.
“I would be keen to hear from any motorists who may have captured the incident, or the events leading up to it, on dashcam footage.
“Finally, I would like to thank the public for their patience while the road closures were in place. These were absolutely necessary to allow us to carry out a thorough examination of the scene.”
How to contact Dorset Police
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police via email scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220082602.