Teenager motorcycle rider dies in crash
The 17-year-old died in the motorcycle crash on Westerleigh Road, South Gloucestershire
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A 17-year-old has died after his motorcycle was involved in a crash in South Gloucestershire.
Avon and Somerset Police said emergency services were called to Westerleigh Road at about 19.50 BST on Saturday where the teenager was pronounced dead at the scene after the crash involving a Husqvarna motorcycle.
A police spokesperson said it was not currently believed any other vehicles were involved and officers were appealing for witnesses.
A specially-trained officer was supporting the teenager's family, and the force's thoughts were with them at this time, they added.
Anyone who saw what happened, or had dashcam showing the motorcycle being ridden in the area, has been asked to contact police.
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