A motorcyclist in his 60s has tragically died after a severe collision with a Citroen van on the A342 Monument Hill near Devizes this morning.
Wiltshire Police were called to the scene at approximately 10:10 AM following reports of the crash. The victim, who was from Melksham, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Citroen van was uninjured.
A significant section of the A342 between Upavon and Monument was closed to allow emergency services to clear the wreckage and conduct investigations.
Wiltshire Police have launched a thorough investigation into the fatal collision. They are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage to come forward to assist with their inquiries.
Members of the public can contact Wiltshire Police on 101, quoting log number 114 of July 27. Alternatively, information can be emailed to [email protected].
The victim’s next of kin have been informed, and authorities have expressed their heartfelt condolences to the family. Local officials are reminding all drivers to exercise extra caution on the roads to prevent future tragedies.
Originally published by UKNIP.
