Biker dies in Kent race circuit tragedy

A man has died after coming off his bike during a track day at a motorsports circuit in Kent.

The crash happened at Lydden Hill Race Circuit between Dover and Canterbury at 12.50pm on Saturday, May 4th.

Police said the man in his 50s was riding a green Kawasaki ZX-10R motorcycle and came off the vehicle after leaving the track on a bend.

The air ambulance was called but the man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

His family has been told and are being supported by specially trained officers.

Witnesses are being sought to establish exactly what happened.

A statement on the Lydden Hill Facebook page said; "We are deeply saddened by the incident that took place during the No Limits trackday at our circuit yesterday.

"Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the rider and we thank all those that assisted in the response."

A spokesman for No Limits Track Days said: "It is with deep regret that we must announce an unfortunate and uncommon incident involving a solitary participant during our track day event held yesterday at Lydden Hill.

"The matter is currently being handled by Kent Constabulary, and out of respect for the rider's loved ones, we will refrain from providing any further details at this time.

"We express our sincere gratitude to those who were present at Lydden Hill yesterday and demonstrated exceptional understanding during this difficult situation."