Motorcyclist fights for life after Telford crash
A young man was fighting for his life in hospital this afternoon after suffering serious head injuries when his motorcycle crashed in Telford today.
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A second man, who was riding pillion, was also taken to hospital with more minor injuries after the crash, which happened at about 6am at New Street in Oakengates.
Police spokesman Chris Ammonds said: "At just after 6am there was a road traffic collision involving a motorcycle. Two young males, one aged 19 and the other aged 21, were taken to hospital."
Police closed New Street near the junction with Kensington Way while paramedics treated the two men.
No other vehicle was believed to be involved. Witnesses are asked to contact police on 101.
