Police issue appeal after motorcyclist killed in crash in Northumberland
Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision in Northumberland in which a man sadly died.
Just after 4pm on Sunday (July 12), police received a report of a collision involving a single vehicle on the A696 just north of Otterburn.
It was reported that a black and green Kawasaki motorcycle was travelling on the southbound carriageway when it has come off the road and collided with a road barrier.
Emergency services attended the scene where tragically the male rider of the bike, aged in his 50s, was pronounced dead.
The man’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.
A section of the road was closed for several hours following the collision. It has since been reopened.
Officers from the Force’s Roads Policing Unit (RPU) immediately launched an investigation to understand the full circumstances leading up to the collision.
They are especially keen to hear from anyone who was travelling in the area at the time, and those who may have CCTV or dashcam footage which could assist their investigation.
Sergeant Andy McNally, of Northumbria Police, said: “This is an incredibly tragic incident where a man has lost his life. The thoughts of everyone here at Northumbria Police are with his loved ones.
“Our investigation is underway, and we are now appealing for further witnesses who we have not yet spoken with to come forward.
“We believe the Kawasaki may have travelled from the Scotland borders area before the collision occurred, and we’re keen to hear from anyone who might’ve seen this vehicle travelling at any point of Sunday.
“It’s also believed the Kawasaki motorcycle may have been in travelling alongside three other bikes at other points of the day – which may assist motorists to identify if they came across it.”
Sgt McNally added: “We know this is a very busy stretch of road through the borders area into Northumberland – and there will have likely been many motorists passing in both directions.
“If you were in the area or have any information that might help with our investigation, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.”
Anyone with information, particularly those with CCTV or dashcam footage, should contact Northumbria Police. Please quote reference number: NP-20260712-0882.