Tragedy on M55: A motorcyclist has died following a horror crash on the M55 westbound last night.

Fatal Collision Shuts Motorway

Police were called at 9:05pm on Sunday, September 6, after reports of a crash about a mile before junction 3 on the M55 westbound.

The smash involved a car and a motorbike, followed by a second collision between the motorcyclist and a van.

Tragically, the rider was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two Arrests Made

Two people have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently in police custody.

Road Closure and Driver Warning

The motorway remains closed in both directions between junctions 1 and 3 as police continue their investigation. The closure is expected to last for some time.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area and find alternative routes.

Have information? Call police on 101 quoting incident reference 1538 of September 6th.

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