Motorcyclist hospitalised after crash near A303 in Wiltshire

Monday, 2 September 2024 06:05

A motorcyclist has been left with injuries that are potentially life-threatening after a crash in Mere.

The incident happened just after 5:30 pm on the B3092 Castle Street in Mere, near the A303 slip road, when a car and a motorcycle collided.

The motorcyclist, a man in his 30s, was taken to hospital with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries.

A spokesperson for Wiltshire Police said, "If you saw what happened, or have dash cam footage that could help with our enquiries please contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597 quoting log number 265 of Saturday, 31st August.

"Alternatively, you can email the team directly - SCIT@wiltshire.police.uk."

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