Hampshire motorcyclist dies in Torquay crash

A man in his 20s from Plymouth - was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 1st Sep 2025

Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for witnesses and footage following a fatal crash on Torwood Street in Torquay.

Officers were called at around 5.05pm on Sunday 31 August to reports of the collision involving a black Audi Q5, a blue Suzuki SV 650 motorcycle and a grey Ford Ranger.

The motorcycle rider, who was in his 20s and from Hampshire, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene.

His next of kin are aware and are being supported.

The car drivers were uninjured and stopped at the scene.

Following initial enquires into the circumstances of the collision, the Audi driver – a man in his 20s from Plymouth - was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

He has since been released under investigation.

Anyone with any relevant information and dash-cam footage which may assist the investigation is asked contact police by calling 101 quoting log 549 of 31st August 2025.

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