Teenager biker from Gloucester found dead on A48 verge
An 18-year-old motorcyclist has been found dead on the roadside.
The teenager, from Gloucester, was discovered by a passing motorist on a verge next the A48 near Awre.
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Gloucestershire Constabulary
Police are appealing for witnesses.
A spokesman said: "At just before 7pm on Saturday September 22 a motorist was driving along this road and saw the bike and its rider on the verge.
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"Sadly the rider, an 18-year-old man from Gloucester was deceased, his next of kin and the coroner have been informed.
"Officers are appealing for witnesses and would urge anyone who saw a red Yamaha YZFR6 motorbike travelling in the area to contact them.
"If you have any information that could help this investigation please call Gloucestershire Police on 101 quoting incident 415 of September 22."
Comments
by sparkerduder
Monday, September 24 2012, 10:49AM
“Another sad loss...thoughts with the family at this difficult time.”
by forester_girl
Monday, September 24 2012, 9:07AM
“How awful :( I wondered what had happened down the road. Thoughts are with friends, family and everyone affected at this time”
by jayne80
Sunday, September 23 2012, 10:10PM
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this young man. I only hope they recieve the answers they need or want so they can find peace eventually. god bless and rip young man x”
by Barney0123
Sunday, September 23 2012, 11:23AM
“So sad, such a waste of a young life. My thoughts are with the family and friends,
Also the poor motorist who was firdt on the scene.
Who ever you are 'Young Man R.I.P. God Bless you”