A motorcyclist rushed to hospital in a crash on the A12 has died.

Police were called to the A12, directly below Blake Hall Road, shortly before 2am on Thursday, 24 November following reports that a motorcyclist had been injured.

Officers attended with paramedics from the London Ambulance Service.

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The 31-year-old rider of a red Honda motorcycle was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital in a critical condition. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he did not survive his injuries.

His family have been informed and are being supported by officers.

Detectives from the Roads and Transport Policing Command are investigating. Police say they do not currently believe any other vehicles were involved.

Officers would like to speak with anyone who was in the area at the time, or who captured the crash on dash cam.

Anyone with information should call Detective Constable Daniel James at the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 020 8597 4874.

Information can also be provided by calling 101 quoting reference CAD 482/24NOV.

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