Motorcyclist dies in crash with HGV in north Shropshire - police launch appeal

The incident happened on the A41 at Sambrook, near Hinstock, at 11:30am today (Monday, March 24). 

West Mercia Police said a Yamaha motorcycle collided with a Renault HGV and have confirmed the motorcyclist, a man in his 70s, was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Also at the scene were two ambulances, a paramedic officer and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Cosford.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “On arrival we discovered two patients, both men.

“Sadly, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save the motorcyclist and he was confirmed dead at the scene.

“The driver of the lorry was assessed and discharged at the scene.” 

West Mercia Police is now appealing for witnesses and would like to speak to anybody who may have seen the collision or from anybody who has dash cam footage from around the time it happened.

It is believed that some witnesses to the collision may have left before officers arrived. If you have any information, please email SCIUNorth@westmercia.police.uk