Police appeal after man dies following crash between motorbike and bus in West Midlands

West Midlands Police are appealing for information following a fatal crash between a motorbike and a bus on Daventry Road, Coventry, at around 7.35pm last night (July 11).

The crash is reported to have taken place near the junction with The Mount, with the 21-year-old rider being seriously injured.

Tragically, despite the efforts of medical staff, the man was confirmed dead at the scene.

Now, police have launched an appeal for information to establish the events leading to the crash, with anyone with CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage asked to come forward.

A force spokesperson said: “We’re appealing for information after a man has sadly died following a collision between a motorbike and bus in Coventry.

“It happened on Daventry Road, near the junction with The Mount, at around 7.35pm last night (11 July).

“The 21-year-old rider was seriously injured and sadly confirmed dead at the scene. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this devastating time.

“Our Serious Collision Investigation Unit is working to establish exactly what happened, and the team is asking for anyone with information to come forward.

“We’re keen to hear from anybody who was in the area at the time and has not already spoken to officers, or if you have any CCTV or doorbell footage which could assist our enquiries.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact West Midlands Police via their Live Chat service, or by calling 101, quoting reference number 4878 of 11/7/26.

You can also submit information via the investigation email at [email protected].