Biker dies after car smash near beauty spot

Biker collided with Audi on the A708, between Moffat and Selkirk, on Sunday.

Biker dies after car smash near beauty spot

A biker has died after he was involved in a crash with a car in Dumfries and Galloway.

The motorcyclist collided with a grey Audi on the A708, between Moffat and Selkirk, around 3.55pm on Sunday.

A 33-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency services attended the incident, near the Grey Mare’s Tail.

The road is currently closed, police said.

Sergeant William Broatch said: “Our thoughts go out to the family and friends affected by this incident.

“We 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 then please get in contact.

“If there is anyone who has possible dashcam footage of the incident I would urge you to get in touch with officers.”

If you have any information that could assist police contact them on 101.

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