Motorbike Crash on A595: Police Hunt Witnesses

Police are hunting witnesses after a motorbike crash on the A595 at Whitehead Brow around 7:30am today (Aug 22).

Rider Arrested After Minor Injuries

The single-vehicle collision involved a 24-year-old male rider from Wigton. He suffered minor injuries but was quickly arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs and taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent. He remains in police custody.

Crucial Witnesses Urgently Needed

Officers want to speak to two individuals who were at the scene during the crash.

If you saw anything, call police on 101, email [email protected], or contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111. Quote log 44 of August 22, 2020.

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