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Visiting motorcyclist killed on Mountain - Malcolm - 02-06-2016
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Fatal collision at Hailwood's Rise
Police have confirmed that a 55-year-old man from Bolton, Lancashire, was killed in a crash at Hailwood's Rise this morning (Thursday).
At around 6:45AM, a BMW motorcycle was involved in a collision with a Citroen C4 - both vehicles were following the Mountain Road's one-way system.
The driver of the car is understood to be a local man.
The stretch of the Mountain Road was closed for several hours while investigations were carried out.
Police are appealing for any further witnesses who have not yet come forward to call them on 631212.
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RE: Visiting motorcyclist killed on Mountain - Leeleejaspero - 02-06-2016
R.I.P fella,condolences to his family and friends
RE: Visiting motorcyclist killed on Mountain - L1v32R1d3 - 02-06-2016
Sad news. Unfortunately, it doesn't stop the people coming over from going all out around the course. There is always going to be people crashing and passing away. I guess they never think it will happen to them...
RE: Visiting motorcyclist killed on Mountain - BcakWeleher - 02-06-2016
Dear oh dear. How sad.
RIP.
Take it easy people and enjoy the TT safely
RE: Visiting motorcyclist killed on Mountain - captainsparkledotcom - 03-06-2016
Condolences to family & friends & thoughts with everyone that was involved.
RE: Visiting motorcyclist killed on Mountain - Rednine - 03-06-2016
Very, very sad and distressing, but never a surprise. RIP