A MAN died after his motorbike crashed.

The A12 was blocked off by emergency services between Aldborough Road in Newbury Park and Barley Lane in Goodmayes at 2.40pm yesterday (Wednesday, May 24).

East London and West Essex Guardian Series:

Photo: Ross Attfield

Police, ambulance crews, and an air ambulance rushed to the scene, where they found a motorbike and a bike had crashed.

The 24-year-old motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin has now been informed. 

The cyclist, believed to be in his 40s, was rushed to a hospital in east London with “potentially life-changing” injuries.

No arrests have been made but the Met Police’s roads and transport policing command are investigating.

Any witnesses should call the serious collision investigation unit at Chadwell Heath on 0208 597 4874 or tweet @MetCC.

To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.