Motorbike rider, 21, dies in Coventry crash involving bus

It happened on Daventry Road, near the junction with The Mount, at around 7.35pm last night (11 July)

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 12th Jul 2026

A 21-year-old motorbike rider has died after a crash involving his vehicle and a bus in Coventry.

It happened on Daventry Road, near the junction with The Mount, at around 7.35pm last night (11 July).

The 21-year-old rider, who police say was seriously injured in the incident, was later to have been confirmed to have died at the scene.

In a statement, they added: "Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit is working to establish exactly what happened and the team is asking for anyone with information to come forward.

"We’re keen to hear from anybody who was in the area at the time, and has not already spoken to officers, or if you have any CCTV or doorbell footage which could assist our enquiries.

"We also want to hear from anyone who was driving through the area and has any dash cam footage.

"You can contact us via Live Chat on our website, or by calling 101, and quote 4878 of 11/7/26. You can also email investigators at [email protected]."

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