POLICE are appealing for information after a fatal road traffic collision near Chilsworthy.

The incident, involving a red Suzuki motorcycle and a Ford Ranger, occurred in the evening of Monday, June 16 between Youldonmoor and Holsworthy Beacon.

The rider of the motorcycle, understood to be 23 and from the Torrington area was confirmed dead at the scene of the incident, with his next of kin informed.

The driver of the white Ford Ranger, from the Holsworthy area, was uninjured.

Multiple emergency services attended the scene, including the ambulance service and Devon Air Ambulance.

Devon and Cornwall Police have asked anyone who witnessed the scene and has information or dash cam footage to get in touch with them to assist them with their enquiries.

They can be contacted via the Devon and Cornwall Police website or by calling 101 quoting log number 694 of June 16, 2025.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “We are appealing for information following a fatal road traffic collision at Youldonmoor Cross near Chilsworthy, North Devon.

“It was reported at 5.30pm on Monday, June 16 that a collision had occurred at Youldonmoor Cross involving a white Ford ranger pickup and a red Suzuki motorcycle.

“As a result of the collision the rider of the motorcycle, a man in his 20s who was from the Torrington area, was pronounced deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

“The driver of the Ford ranger from the Holsworthy area was uninjured.

“The road was initially closed while an investigation was carried out. Enquiries remain ongoing.

“Anyone with any information regarding the collision or dash-cam footage is asked to contact police via our website or by calling 101 quoting log number 694 16/06/2025.”