Teenage motorcyclist dies in crash with car in Stoke-on-Trent

Officers are investigating and appealing for footage

Author: Natalia AntoniwPublished 5th Aug 2026

An 18-year-old motorcyclist has died after a crash with a car in Stoke-on-Trent.

Emergency services were called to Anchor Road in Adderley Green at around 10.10am on Wednesday (5 August).

The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “On arrival, crews found a man, the motorcyclist, in a critical condition and immediately began administering advanced life support.

"Sadly, despite best efforts, nothing could be done to save him and he was confirmed dead at the scene.”

The driver and passenger in the car were not injured.

Officers are now appealing for anyone with information or footage which could help their investigation to email [email protected] or call 101.

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