A MOTORCYCLIST who was involved in an accident on Snowdon Hill, Chard, yesterday evening remains in a serious condition in hospital.
Police have issued an appeal for witnesses following a serious road traffic collision last night (Thursday) in the Chard area.
The incident happened on the A30 at Snowdon Hill at about 4.45pm and involved a motorcycle and a car.
A police spokesman said: "The motorcyclist is reported to have been overtaking a tractor and trailer when he was in collision with a car coming in the opposite direction."
The motorcyclist – a man in his 50s – suffered serious leg and arm injuries. He was taken to Musgrove Park Hospital, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
The road was closed following the incident to allow police to examine the scene. It was re-opened at about 10pm.
Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident to contact them. Anyone with information is asked to contact the force's collision investigation unit on 101. Call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
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