Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital with 'serious injuries' after A684 crash near Sedbergh

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South Cumbria
Sunday 4 August 2024 at 8:22pm

The man in his 60s was riding a motorcycle when the collision happened. Credit: PA

A motorcyclist in his 60s has been airlifted to hospital after he “suffered serious injuries” following a collision near Sedbergh.

It occurred shortly before 8:45am on Sunday 4 August between Weathercock Lane and Shacklabank Lane.

The collision involved a silver Ford Focus and a blue Triumph motorcycle.

The driver of the Ford Focus was a 33-year-old man from Sedbergh. He was arrested on suspicion of providing a positive drugs wipe and remains in custody.

The road was closed while an investigation was carried out. Police are appealing for witnesses.

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