Witness appeal after motorcyclist dies at scene of crash

A 64-year-old man died on the A701 on the Dumfries to Edinburgh road after reports of a crash on Friday at 5.50pm.

A motorcyclist has died following a crash in Dumfries and Galloway.

Emergency services were called to the A701 on the Dumfries to Edinburgh road after reports of a crash on Friday at 5.50pm.

The 64-year-old male rider of a red and black motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene.

Sergeant William Broatch, of Lockerbie road policing unit, said: “Our thoughts go out to the family and friends affected by this incident.

“Officers are continuing to carry out a thorough investigation into this crash and we are looking for assistance from the public to establish the exact circumstances surrounding this.

“I would ask that if you were in the area at the time and have any information that could assist us or any possible dash cam footage of the incident, that you get in touch with officers.”

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