The man, 67, was hit by the bike while walking in Blackpool on Friday and was pronounced dead at the scene. The motorcyclist was arrested and police believe another car was involved in the collision but left the scene before emergency services arrived. Police and paramedics were called to St Walburgas Street at around 5.55pm but the man, from Blackpool, tragically could not be saved. The motorcyclist, a 25-year-old man from Blackpool, suffered rib and shoulder injuries and was taken to Royal Preston Hospital for treatment. READ MORE: Road closure at notorious junction as police and fire service rush to the scene He was later arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. Following further investigation, including CCTV inquiries, police believe a second vehicle, possibly a BMW car, was also involved in the incident and a public appeal has been launched. Captain Martin Wilcock, of Lancashire Police’s Tactical Operations Unit, said: “These are very tragic and sad circumstances and our thoughts are with the man and his family at this time. We are keen to speak to anyone who has information, who saw what happened or who may have dashcam footage. “We are particularly keen to establish whether the motorcyclist and the BMW car were racing prior to the collision and would encourage motorists to come forward and assist our inquiries. Furthermore, I would directly appeal to the driver of the BMW to contact the police immediately.” Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or email [email protected] quoting calendar 1028 of November 11. READ THE NEXT ONE
