Woman killed in Billingham motorbike and car crash
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The two vehicles crashed at the junction of Cowpen Bewley Road and Macklin Avenue in Billingham
A woman died when the motorbike she was riding crashed with a car.
The 24-year-old died at the scene after her bike was in collision with a Ford Mondeo in Billingham at about 22:00 BST on Wednesday.
Cleveland Police said the two vehicles crashed at the junction of Cowpen Bewley Road and Macklin Avenue.
A spokeswoman said a 39-year-old man who had been driving the Mondeo has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
She added: "Specially trained officers are supporting the woman's family and our thoughts remain with them at this extremely difficult time."
Officers are appealing for witnesses or dash cam footage.
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