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Pedestrian seriously injured after being hit by motorbike in Somerset street

POLICE are appealing for information after a pedestrian suffered “potentially life-threatening” injuries after being hit by a motorcyclist in Bath.

The incident unfolded on the A36 Rossiter Road at just before 7.40pm on Saturday (October 11).

“The motorcyclist went on to collide with a grey Ford Transit Connect,” an Avon & Somerset Police spokesperson said.

“A pedestrian and the rider of the motorbike both went to hospital where they remain. Their next of kin are aware.

“The pedestrian’s injuries are currently described as potentially life-threatening.

“The motorcyclist remains in a serious condition. Thankfully, the Ford driver was uninjured.”

The road was closed between Churchill Bridge and Pulteney Road for investigation and recovery of the vehicle, a blue Yamaha DT125R, and wass reopened by 1.45am on Sunday morning.

Anyone who saw what happened, or has relevant dashcam or other footage, should contact police on 101, reference 5225285860.

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