Motorcyclist injured in Paignton collison

Local road closures were put in place while emergency services attended the scene

Devon & Cornwall Police attended the incident
Author: Vicky HainesPublished 17th Oct 2025

A motorcyclist has been injured after a collision in Paignton.

Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash involving a motorbike and a car on Torquay Road at around 5.30pm on Thursday evening (16 October).

The male motorbike rider was taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

No other injuries were reported.

Local road closures were put in place while emergency services attended the scene and carried out recovery and safety operations.

The road was reopened at approximately 6.55pm yesterday.

Police are continuing to make enquiries into the circumstances of the collision.

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