A MOTORCYCLIST was seriously injured in a crash in Colerne.

A blue Suzuki motorbike smashed into a van at about 5.30pm on Monday at the crossroads of Doncombe Lane and Quarry Lane.

The biker, a man in his 20s, was taken to Southmead Hospital, Bristol.

The driver of the Ford Transit van, was not hurt.

PC Alexandra Way said: “We want to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or saw either vehicle beforehand. If you saw something, or if you have dash cam footage call 101quoting reference 54190119537. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”