Tragedy as man, 63, dies in motorcycle crash in Northumberland

Northumbria Police are asking people to check dashcam footage, as well as urging anyone with any information surrounding the crash to come forward

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Police are investigating after a motorcyclist died following a collision in Northumberland.

Officers were called to the A696 near Belsay on Saturday morning (May 27) after receiving reports of a one-vehicle collision.

Emergency services rushed to the scene, but unfortunately the rider - a 63-year-old man - was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have since been notified.

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A full investigation has been launched by police into the circumstances surrounding the collision - with officers appealing for witnesses who were travelling in the area this morning. Motorists are also urged to check dashcam footage, and anyone who saw anything of particular concern are asked to get in touch.

Sergeant Andy Ferguson of Northumbria Police, said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this awful time. We will continue to support them in every way we can. An investigation has been launched and we are committed to establish the full circumstances leading up to the collision, and speak to anyone who may have information that could assist.

“We are especially keen to hear from any passing motorists or witnesses who might have saw what happened, or anyone who has any CCTV or dashcam footage. Your information could prove key as part of our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via the ‘Tell Us Something’ page of their website or by calling 101 quoting log NP-20230527-0308. Alternatively, you can email [email protected].