21 year old man dies after road traffic collision in Bournemouth

A motorcyclist has died after a collision with a van on Holdenhurst Road at the junction with Windham Road.

The incident happened on Tuesday around 6pm.

Sadly, the motorcyclist – a 21-year-old man from Bournemouth – died at the scene. His family has been informed and is being supported by specially trained officers.

The driver of the van – a 27-year-old man from Bournemouth – was not injured.

Road closures have been put in place to allow emergency services to deal with the incident and carry out investigations.

Police Inspector Joe Pardey, of the traffic unit, said: “My thoughts are with the man’s family at this difficult time.

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