Man, 74, dies in crash between two motorbikes

The crash happened on the A35 near Winterbourne Abbas

A man has died following a crash involving two motorbikes.

The crash on the A35 near Winterbourne Abbas happened shortly before 09:15 BST.

Dorset Police said a 74-year-old man, from Exmouth in Devon, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

The road has been shut in both directions between the A37 Monkeys Jump roundabout, near Poundbury, and the A3066, near Bridport.

Sgt Mike Burt said: "Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who sadly died in this collision.

"We know there were a large number of witnesses to this incident and I am appealing for anyone who saw what happened and has not already spoken to police to please come forward."

The force said it was also keen to hear from any motorists with dashcam footage who may be able to help.

National Highways said earlier the crash involved a car and two motorbikes.

Drivers are being urged to follow a diversion, marked with hollow diamond symbols, and allow extra time for their journeys.