POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in the early hours of this morning on the A38 in Somerset (Sunday, January 26).

Officers were called to the A38 Havyatt Lane, near Langford, after a motorcycle collided with a road sign at around 12.30am.

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: “Sadly, the rider, a man in his 30s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

“His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts remain with them during this incredibly difficult time. They are being offered the support of a specialist family liaison officer.

“We are asking for anyone with CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage to get in touch.”

Anybody who can help are asked to call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225021700, or complete the online appeals form.