Teenage motorcyclist dies in a road collision near Streetly - police appeal for witnesses and footage
An appeal has been launched by Staffordshire Police for anyone who witnessed a fatal motorcycle collision near Streetly and has footage to get in touch.
The collision occurred on Friday night on Thornhill Road in Streetly and involved a white Yamaha motorbike and a black Audi TT.
Despite the best efforts of medics from West Midlands Ambulance Service, the 17-year-old motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the scene, with his family subsequently being informed and supported by specialist officers.
Staffordshire Police has now issued an appeal for anyone who has information or dashcam footage of the incident to get in touch as soon as possible.
A spokesman for Staffordshire Police said: "We are appealing for information and dashcam footage after a 17-year-old motorcyclist died in a collision in the Streetly area.
"We were called at 11.20pm on Friday, August 29 to Thornhill Road following reports of a collision.
"A white Yamaha motorbike and a black Audi TT were involved.
"Officers attended along with colleagues from Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service and West Midlands Ambulance Service.
"Sadly, a 17-year-old boy, the rider of the motorcycle, was pronounced dead by medics at the scene.
"His next of kin has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers at this difficult time.
"The driver of the car remained at the scene and is assisting officers with their inquiries.
"Anyone who saw what happened or who may have relevant CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage should contact us on 101 quoting incident number 965 of 29 August."
