Bristol A4 Portway closed: Traffic updates after motorcyclist dies in lorry crash

  • Video from the scene on the Portway

One of the main roads into and out of central Bristol has been closed following a fatal crash.

The Portway is closed in both directions after a collision between a motorcyclist and a HGV near the Sea Mills area around 5.50am today (Thursday 7 October).

In an update issued shortly before 1pm, Avon and Somerset Police confirmed a motorcyclist died as a result of the collision.

The road is expected to stay closed for the next few hours.

Police vehicles at the scene on the Portway.

"Emergency services are at the scene of a serious road traffic collision near Sea Mills on the Portway in Bristol," the force posted in an earlier update.

"The road is closed in both directions. It's expected to be shut for some time so motorists are asked to find an alternative route.

"There is currently no access for pedestrians."

Police were joined at the scene by paramedics and firefighters from Avonmouth, Southmead and Temple fire stations.

'Please avoid the area'

A spokesperson for Avon Fire and Rescue Service asked people to "avoid the area."

Bus services have also been affected by the road closure, including the Metrobus, Portway Park and Ride and the X5.

A spokesperson for Bristol City Council added: "The road is closed in both directions.

"It's expected to be shut for some time so motorists are asked to find an alternative route."

  • Witnesses should call police on 101 and quote reference 5221233777.