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Teenage motorcyclist killed in Brislington collision
An 18-year-old motorcyclist has died following a collision in Brislington on Thursday.
Emergency services responded to reports of a collision involving a Yamaha motorcycle and a blue Vauxhall car at around 3:45 on Thursday afternoon.
The tragic collision took place on the A4 Bath Road near Hicks Gate roundabout, in Brislington.
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The road was closed for several hours while an investigation took place.
Despite officers’ and paramedics’ best efforts, Avon and Somerset police said the 18-year-old motorcyclist was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
Insp Tom Fitzpatrick said: “I would like to express my deepest sympathies for the young man’s family during such a tragic time. Our specially-trained family liaison officer will be offering the family support over the coming weeks.
“We are appealing for the public’s help following this tragic collision. If you were travelling on the A4 Bath Road and witnessed the incident, have dashcam footage or saw either a Yamaha motorcycle or a blue Vauxhall Crossland in the time leading up to the collision, please get in touch with us,” Fitzpatrick added.
“To report any information, please contact 101 and quote reference 5223147737.”
The force added information can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555111. Details can also be supplied via the Crimestoppers website here.
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