Fatal Collision on A606 in Langham: Police Appeal for Witnesses, Scooter Community Mourns Loss of "Well-Known" Rider in Langham Rutland Tragedy
Fatal Collision on A606 in Langham: Police Appeal for Witnesses
Leicestershire Police are appealing for witnesses following a tragic collision on the A606 Melton Road in Langham on Sunday, 2nd March 2025, which resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
The incident occurred at approximately 10am and involved a black Nissan Terrano and a Piaggio PX motorcycle. The collision took place as the motorcycle, travelling northbound, collided with the Nissan Terrano, which was travelling southbound.
Tragically, the motorcycle rider, a local man in his 50s, sustained serious injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. A pillion passenger, a local woman also in her 50s, was taken to the Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham for treatment. Thankfully, her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
The driver of the Nissan Terrano, a man in his 80s, was uninjured in the collision.
The A606 Melton Road was closed for a period of time while emergency services attended the scene and conducted their investigations. The road closures have since been lifted.
Leicestershire Police are now urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who was travelling in the area at the time, to come forward. Specifically, they are appealing for anyone who may have captured dashcam footage of the incident or the moments leading up to it.
Detective Constable Adam Bancroft, who is leading the investigation, said: "We are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died, and we are providing support to them at this difficult time."
"We are keen to speak to anyone who may have seen the collision or who has any information that could assist our investigation. Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial."
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Constable Adam Bancroft on 101 or via the online portal at http://leicspolice.link/6jGvr, quoting incident number 208 of 2 March.
Further information can also be found at http://leicspolice.link/5PQyc.
Scooter Community Mourns Loss of "Well-Known" Rider in Langham Tragedy
The scooter community is in mourning following the tragic death of a local man in a collision on the A606 Melton Road in Langham on Sunday, 2nd March 2025. The rider, who was travelling with family to the Mammoth Scooter Parts Fair at the Stock Yard in Melton Mowbray, was involved in a fatal collision involving his Piaggio PX scooter and a Nissan Terrano.
The man, who was in his 50s, was a well-known figure within the local scooter scene. Tributes have poured in on social media, with friends and fellow riders expressing their shock and sadness at his sudden passing. Many remembered him for his passion for scooters and his friendly, approachable nature.
"He was a true scooter enthusiast," one tribute read. "Always ready to help out a fellow rider, and always up for a good ride. He'll be sorely missed."
The Mammoth Scooter Parts Fair, a popular event for scooter enthusiasts.
The loss has deeply affected the local scooter community, highlighting the strong bonds formed through shared passion. Many are now calling for greater awareness of road safety, particularly for vulnerable road users like motorcyclists and scooter riders.
Leicestershire Police are continuing to investigate the collision and have appealed for witnesses and dashcam footage. The investigation is ongoing, and the community hopes that the findings will help to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
While the investigation continues, the focus for many remains on remembering the man who tragically lost his life, a valued member of the scooter community, and offering support to his family and friends during this incredibly difficult time. The echoes of his passion and the memories shared will undoubtedly resonate within the community for a long time to come.
