A motorcyclist has died following a collision in Northumberland.
Police are now investigating the collision between the motorcycle and a car and are searching for any witnesses or anyone with dash cam footage.
Emergency services were called to involving a silver/grey Audi A4 estate car and a Honda CBR 650 motorbike near Buteland Farm, Bellingham, at around 4pm on Monday.
The 60-year-old motorcyclist, from Gateshead, was airlifted to hospital following the crash near Bellingham on Monday but he later died.
The driver of the vehicle was shocked but uninjured, police said.
Enquiries into the circumstances of the collision are ongoing but police are now appealing for any witnesses to the collision to get in touch.
Sergeant Matt Sykes, of Northumbria Police’s Motor Patrols Department, said: “This collision has devastatingly resulted in the death of a man.
“Our thoughts are with the man’s family at this incredibly difficult time and they will continue to be supported by our specialist officers.
“This is clearly a tragic time for them and I would ask that their privacy be respected.
"Officers are also supporting the driver of the Audi at this time too."
He added: “An investigation has been launched and we are committed to establishing the circumstances surrounding this incident.
“I am now appealing to any road users who were travelling in the area around that time to come forward with any information or dashcam footage.
“It may prove crucial in allowing us to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting reference 703 140920 or independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You can also tell us something via Northumbria Police's website.
