Road closure after serious collision near Bourton-on-the-Water
It happened in the early hours
A road closure has been put into place, near Bourton-on-the-Water, after a serious collision this morning (Monday 28 September).
Police were called to the A436 Stanborough Lane at around 3.20am, with a report of a single vehicle collision, involving a motorcyclist.
The motorcyclist, a man aged in his 40s and from Andoversford, has been taken to John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, with serious injuries. His next of kin has been made aware.
Emergency services remain at the scene, with closures on the A436 expected to be in place for several hours.
Motorists are reminded to avoid the area and find alternative routes which are suitable for the size of their vehicle.
Road closures have been put into place by Highways, with a diversion route along the A429.
Anyone who witnessed the collision, but hasn't yet spoken to police, or who has dashcam footage which may be relevant, is asked to make contact.
Information can be submitted by completing the following online form and quoting incident 46 of 28 September: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report