Motorcyclist killed in Shifnal road traffic collision
A man has died following a collision between motocycle and a 4x4 towing a caravan.
The motorcyclist, a man in his fifties, died following a collision with a Land Rover Discovery towing a caravan at the junction of the A5 and A41 at Burlington, near Shifnal shortly after 10am on Saturday.
No-one else was injured.
The black Victory Vagas motorcycle and the silver coloured Land Rover were travelling in the same direction westwards along the A5 at the time.
It's thought the motorcycle and rider also struck a road sign following the initial collision.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “The motorcyclist, a man, was found to have suffered significant injuries and was in cardiac arrest. Ambulance personnel carried advanced life support and CPR but unfortunately, despite best efforts, nothing could be done to save the man and he was confirmed deceased at the scene."
A West Mercia Police spokesperson said today: "We are carrying out a full investigation into the circumstances leading up to this tragedy.
"We urge anyone who saw the collision or either of the vehicles involved immediately beforehand, to contact Bridgnorth or Shrewsbury police stations by calling 0300 333 3000."
Shropshire coroner Mr John Ellery has been informed and an inquest will be opened in due course. The motorcyclist has not yet been formally identified.
