Investigation underway after man in his 50s dies after motorbike crash in Chorley

A general view of Astley Park's entrance on Park Road — A general view of Astley Park’s entrance on Park Road

A motorcycle rider has died after a crash in Chorley.

Officers from Lancashire Constabulary were called at 5.30pm yesterday (April 14) after a Kawasaki ZX 600 travelling north from the town centre on Park Road lost control on a right-hand bend, close to the entrance with Astley Park.

The rider, a local man in his 50s, suffered serious injuries and died later.

Sgt Laura Kendall, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “First and foremost my thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the man who has lost his life as a result of this collision.

“I would like to appeal to anyone who saw what happened or who saw the motorbike prior to the collision, or anyone who has any CCTV, dashcam, Ring doorbell or mobile footage to get in touch.”

If you can help police you can call on 101 quoting log 1044 of April 14th or email the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at SCIU@lancashire.police.uk

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