A motorcyclist has sadly died following a collision on the A419 in Swindon.
Emergency services were called to the southbound carriageway near Blunsdon shortly after 8pm last night following a report that a motorcyclist had come off his bike.
There were no other vehicles involved.
The motorcyclist, a local man in his 40s, sadly died at the scene. His next of kin has been informed.
Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
The A419 currently remains closed while the incident continues to be dealt with and collision investigators carry out enquiries.
A police spokesperson has said ‘We’d like to appeal to anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or may have seen the motorcyclist prior to the collision, to get in touch if they have not already spoken to police.’
‘We would also ask any witnesses or anyone who may have dash cam which could assist our enquiries to contact Wiltshire Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597 quoting log number 322 of 06/07. Alternatively you can contact the team direct on SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk’
