A MOTORBIKE rider from Wiltshire died after a crash near Frome on Sunday evening (September 3).

The incident happened at around 5pm on the A361 in Rode and involved a motorbike and three cars: a Kia Kona, an Audi A4 and a VW T-Cross.

Sadly, the 51-year-old rider was pronounced dead at the scene.

“Our thoughts are with his family during this incredibly difficult time,” said an Avon and Somerset Police.

“They are being offered support by a specially trained family liaison officer.”

The road was closed while officers attended the scene and reopened at around 3am this morning (September 4).

Anyone who witnessed the crash or with information that could help investigators should call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223213702. They can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.