Motorbike Rider Dies in Horror Crash with BMW on Devon’s A39

Tragedy struck on Sunday, 20 March 2022, at 12:10pm when a silver and blue Yamaha R1 motorcycle collided with a red BMW iX on the A39 near Clovelly, North Devon.

The motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The BMW driver and passenger escaped unscathed but were treated for shock.

Police Launch Investigation, Appeal for Witnesses

Officers from the local force and the Alliance Roads Policing Team rushed to the scene. After forensic investigations, the road was reopened to traffic.

Devon and Cornwall Police urge anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam footage to come forward. Call 101 and quote log number 0386, 20th March 2022.

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