Betws-y-Coed: Biker killed in crash with another motorbike

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The collision happened on the A5 near Rhydlanfair

A motorcyclist has died after two motorbikes collided on the A5 close to Betws-y-Coed in north Wales.

The 52-year-old man from Derbyshire was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts from the Welsh Air Ambulance and the Welsh Ambulance Service.

The other rider, a 61-year-old man, was taken to hospital with serious injuries and remains in a stable condition.

The collision happened at 13:30 BST near Rhydlanfair, Conwy, on Tuesday. The road was closed until 21:00.

Police have appealed for anyone who witnessed the accident to come forward to assist their investigation.