A MAN who was airlifted to hospital after being involved in a collision at a motocross track near Bridgwater has died.

Officers have launched an investigation into the incident, which took place at Grandfields MX Track in Middlezoy on Saturday, September 10.

The 41-year-old man died on Monday, September 12. His family is being supported by a specially trained family liaison officer.

Police have asked for witnesses or people with footage of the collision to contact them.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: “An investigation is being carried out into an incident at a motocross track near Bridgwater, in which a rider later died in hospital.

“A 41-year-old man riding a blue Yamaha off-road motorcycle was involved in a collision at the Grandfields MX track in Langport Road, Middlezoy, at about 1pm on Saturday, September 10.

“He was airlifted to hospital, but sadly died from his injuries on Monday, September 12.

“His family are being supported by a specially trained liaison officer, and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.

“We want to speak to anyone who saw this collision, or who may have mobile phone footage showing any part of this incident.”

Anyone who can assist the police with their investigation should call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5222219150.