Motorcyclist dies in crash on A361 between Street and Taunton

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Google maps view of the A361 near Greylake in Somerset. Trees and fields can be seen either side of the road.Image source, Google
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The man was pronounced dead at the scene of the collision on the A361

A motorcyclist in his 50s has died in a crash that took place in the early hours of the morning.

Avon and Somerset Police attended the single-vehicle collision on the A361, between Street and Taunton, at about 03:20 BST on Thursday.

The road was closed whilst emergency services attended and enquiries were carried out. It has since reopened.

Officers said the man's next of kin have been informed and they are being supported by a family liaison officer.

The force is appealing for any witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from around the time of the incident to get in touch.

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