Motorcyclist dies in A259 collision

A MOTORCYCLIST has died after a collision on the A259 near Climping yesterday afternoon (Sunday, August 25).

The incident, involving a car and motorcycle, occurred at 1.56pm, on the A259 at Crookthorn Lane, near the Yapton Road junction.

The motorcyclist, a local man, sadly died.

The road was closed for several hours, in both directions, before being re-opened at 7.20pm.

Police are now appealing for witnesses, and are conducting an investigation into the collision.

Witnesses should call Sussex Police on 101, quoting Operation Monroe, or serial 815/August 25.