A MOTORBIKE rider has died following an accident on the Baldrine to Laxey road yesterday evening.
The accident, involving a black Yamaha bike and a silver Honda Jazz car, happened at about 5.20pm yesterday (Wednesday) near to the Ballabeg MER tram crossing.
Police say the Honda was heading towards Baldrine and the Yamaha towards Laxey when the accident happened.
The Yamaha rider suffered fatal injuries.
The occupants of the other vehicle were unhurt.
Following the tragedy, the road was closed for about six hours while police carried out investigations at the scene.
Any witnesses are asked to contact police on 631212.