Motorcyclist dies after collision near Shaftesbury

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man died following a collision on the Wiltshire/Dorset border yesterday (Saturday 12th September.)

Published 13th Sep 2020
Last updated 13th Sep 2020

Officers were called to the incident on the A350 at 2.35pm just south of the junction to Motcombe Village.

It involved a motorbike travelling south of the A350 and Audi Q5 travelling northbound.

A man in his 30s from Dorset sadly died at the scene.

A Spokesperson from the force said:

"His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.

"The road was closed for several hours to allow collision investigators to carry out enquiries at the scene. The road reopened at approximately 10pm.

"We are appealing for any witnesses to the incident, including anyone with dash cam footage, to please get in touch."

If you can help, please call 101 and quote log number 215 of September 12.