Another young male motorcyclist, believed to be in his late teens sustained serious injuries in an early morning accident this morning in a two vehicle collision with a car in Warwick.

Police say the accident occurred around 2:45am (July 31)on Middle Road in the vicinity of Sleepy Hollow Lane.

A spokesman said: “It appears that the motorcyclist was traveling west on Middle Road and the car was being driven in the opposite direction when the collision occurred.

“The male rider, believed to be in his late teens, was apparently in and out of consciousness at the scene and rushed to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital via ambulance for treatment.

“His injuries are thought to be serious and an update on his medical condition is anticipated in due course.

“The male driver of the car, said to be in his late 60s, was also taken to hospital for treatment of less serious injuries.

“It is also understood that two passengers in the car at the time were not hurt.
“Traffic diversions were in effect for approximately three hours while the scene was processed.
“Any witnesses are encouraged to call the main police telephone number 295-0011 at the earliest opportunity.”