Motorbike rider in hospital after serious crash on A380

It happened near Middle Taphouse on Tuesday evening (8 April)

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 9th Apr 2025

A motorbike rider has been rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after a crash on the A380.

It happened near Middle Taphouse on Tuesday evening (8 April).

Devon and Cornwall Police told us: "Police were called at 6.55pm on Tuesday to reports of a collision involving a motorbike and a car on the A380 at Middle Taphouse.

"The bike rider was taken to hospital with potentially serious injuries.

"The driver was reported to have left the scene prior to police arrival and enquiries remain ongoing to speak to them.

"The road was closed while emergency services responded and reopened at around 11pm."

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