NEWS | A 17-year-old motorcyclist has died after being struck by a Range Rover in a collision overnight

Officers are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision on the A458 from Rowton junction to the Cardeston Park junction in Shropshire.

The collision happened this morning (1 October) just after midnight when a grey Range Rover has collided with a group of motorbikes.

One motorcyclist has sustained serious injuries and sadly another, a 17-year-old, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin has been informed.

Officers carrying out enquiries into the collision are appealing for witnesses, including any motorists on the road around the time of the collision with dash-cam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC O’Conner by email helen.m.oconnor@westmercia.pnn.police.uk or by calling 07870154668

Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-org.uk