POLICE are continuing to appeal for information following a fatal road traffic collision in which a motorcyclist died in North Devon in June.

The rider had been travelling with another motorcyclist prior to the collision, but it is now thought a third rider, unconnected with the pair, may have been present moments earlier.

The collision was reported at 5.30pm on Monday, June 16 at Youldonmoor Cross near Chilsworthy, North Devon, involving a white Ford Ranger pickup and a red Suzuki motorcycle.

The motorcycle rider has been named as Aidan Sargent, aged 22, from Torrington.

Acting Inspector Troy Bennett, who is leading the investigation, said: “It is now thought a third rider, unconnected to the pair but heading in the same direction, may have passed through the location, moments before the collision.

“We don’t believe they were involved in the collision but are calling on that person to come forward as they may have vital information that would help our investigation.”

The road was initially closed while an examination of the scene was carried out. Enquiries remain ongoing.

Anyone with any information regarding the collision or dash-cam footage is asked to contact police via the website or by calling 101 quoting reference number 50250152903.