A MOTORCYCLIST was killed in Woolston on Wednesday night after colliding with a parked heavy goods vehicle.
Thirty-eight-year-old Neil Hines suffered fatal head injuries following the crash at 1.10pm, on Kingsland Grange, near the industrial estate.
It is believed that the accident happened when the HGV driver, from Northern Ireland, was asleep in his truck.
The man, who was riding a Hyosung scooter, collided with the stationary wagon.
Paramedics attended the scene but Mr Hines was already dead.
A post mortem examination was expected to take place on Thursday but an inquest into Mr Hines's death has not yet been opened.Police are appealing for information and witnesses to the accident.
Anyone who can help should call 01244 613865.
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