A MOTORCYCLIST in his 20s has died following a crash in Poole on Tuesday.

The man, who lives locally, died at the scene of the crash on Ringwood Road which involved a silver KTM motorcycle and a cyclist.

Police say the man’s family has been informed.

The incident happened at the junction with Fernside Road outside the Shah of Persia at 7.13am on Tuesday, December 21.

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The cyclist, a man aged in his 50s from Poole, has been taken to Poole Hospital for treatment to serious injuries.

Road closures were in place in the area while emergency services safely dealt with the incident.

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Police Constable Michael Burt, of the traffic unit, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those involved.

“We are carrying out an investigation to establish the full circumstances of the incident and I am appealing to any witnesses to please contact Dorset Police.

“We understand there may have been another motorcyclist in the area at the time and we would ask them to please get in touch as they may have important information to help our enquiries.

“I am also keen to hear from any motorists who were travelling in the area and may have captured the incident on dashcam footage.

“Finally, I would like to thank the public for their patience while the road closures are in place. These are absolutely necessary to allow officers to carry out a thorough examination of the scene.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, via email scit@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting incident number 21:87.

Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.