Police

Appeal for information after motorcyclist looses control on Bass Highway

May 22 2025 Updated 4 hours ago

Sentinel-Times

1 min read

Police are investigating the circumstances around a motorcycle incident this morning at 6.37am on the Bass Highway near Dalyston.

POLICE were called to a crash in Dalyston this morning (May 22) following reports the rider of a motorcycle had crashed about 7am.

Officers have been told the rider, travelling along the Bass Highway near Heslop Road, lost control after overtaking several cars.

The male rider, believed aged in his 40s, was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

Local police will investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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