Police investigate serious collision in Horrabridge

Authorities are delving into the circumstances surrounding a serious collision that occurred on Walkhampton Road, Horrabridge, over the weekend.

The incident, involving a motorbike and a pedestrian, took place around 1.20am on Sunday, January 28, prompting a swift response from emergency services.

The pedestrian, a local man in his 50s, sustained serious injuries and was promptly transported to hospital for treatment.

In the aftermath of the collision, the road was closed to facilitate a thorough investigation at the scene.

The closure was lifted around 2.50pm, allowing the resumption of normal traffic flow.

Officers from the Roads Policing Team have expressed gratitude to the public for their patience during the road closure.

A 30-year-old man from Tavistock was arrested in connection with the incident. The arrest includes suspicion of driving a motor vehicle with a proportion of a specified drug above the specified limit, suspicion of causing injury by dangerous driving, and suspicion of occasioning grievous bodily harm with intent.

The arrested individual has been released on police bail, with a scheduled return on Tuesday, April 23, pending further inquiries.

Authorities are appealing to witnesses or anyone with information, including dashcam footage, related to the incident to come forward. Contact the police through their website or call 101, quoting reference 50240021760, to assist with the ongoing investigation.