Biker left with life-changing injuries in crash as driver arrested
Biker left with life-changing injuries in crash as driver arrested
The collision took place on Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay just after 9.30pm Thursday, May 1, and details have only now been released as North Wales Police appeal for witnesses
Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay
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A motorcycle rider has been left with critical injuries after a crash on Anglesey occurred late on Thursday evening, 1 May, just past half-past nine.
North Wales Police are presently seeking witnesses after the accident on Lon Isallt in Trearddur Bay. The collision involved a Honda motorbike and a Seat Ibiza hatchback. The injured motorcyclist is currently receiving treatment at a hospital in Stoke with significant life-altering injuries from the incident. The Seat driver, aged 23, has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs. Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice
At the scene, the young man tested positively for cocaine use. He was then arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.
Following his arrest, he has been released but remains under investigation.
PC Mark Walker from the Roads Policing Unit called out to the public. He said: "I am urging anybody who witnessed this collision, or anybody who was travelling in the area and who may have dash cam footage to contact us as soon as possible.", reports North Wales Live.
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For those able to provide any information, you can reach out to officers at the Roads Policing Unit via their web portal, or by dialling 101, with the reference number 25000361933.
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