Charles Birse named as biker killed in Gretna crash

Two people were initially arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving

A motorcyclist who died in a crash near the border between Cumbria and Scotland has been named by police.

Charles Birse, 62, of Carlisle, was involved in a collision with an Audi A3 at the junction of the A6071 and M6, south of Gretna, on 2 September.

Two people inside the car were arrested following the crash on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

A man has been bailed while the inquiry continues and a woman has been released with no further action, police said.

The crash happened at about 15:30 BST and closed the road for several hours.

Cumbria Police has continued to appeal for information and dashcam footage.