A fatal motorbike crash has claimed the life of a young rider on a Geelong road early on Saturday morning, with police probing the circumstances.
Crash Details
The rider, a 31-year-old Moolap man, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries where he later died, according to a spokeswoman from Victoria Police. Emergency services responded to reports of a crash on Portarlington Rd, Newcomb at about 1.45am.
Witness Account
Newcomb local Ana Marin said she heard a loud bang from her house on Baybreeze Close, which backs onto Portarlington Rd. She noted that when she got up at about 4.45am, police cars were still on the road.
The spokeswoman said Geelong Highway Patrol officers are investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash. Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has footage or information, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
