Child's pram hit and biker seriously hurt in Plymouth crash
A road closure was put in place until about 22:15 while initial investigations took place at the scene.Anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash has been asked to contact investigating police officers.
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Daily Record
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Two charged after stolen Land Rover parts seized in Ashford
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