Motorcyclist dies following collision in Newtown Unthank
Police officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision involving a van and a motorbike in Newtown Unthank this morning (Friday 6th November).
The force was called at 7.08am this morning and officers attended the scene, along with colleagues from the East Midlands Ambulance Service.
The collision happened on Desford Road, Newtown Unthank and involved a van – a Silver Mercedes Vito – and a motorbike – a Red Yamaha.
The motorcyclist was travelling on Desford Road, riding away from Desford towards Kirby Muxloe. He was passing the junction of Botcheston Road on his left.
The van was turning right into Botcheston Road, from Desford Road.
The two vehicles have then collided there.
The 19-year-old motorbike rider was taken to hospital, but sadly died as a result of his injuries.
The driver of the van, a 43-year-old from Leicester, has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and is currently in police custody.
Officers would like to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision.
Officer in the case, DC Emma Neeves, from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “I want to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the collision and who may have dash cam footage.
“We are working to establish what has led to the collision and would like any information that can be provided to assist our investigation.”
Officers remain at the scene at the moment while investigations continue to be carried out.
The road is currently closed and a diversion is in place.
Call 101 with information, or report online:
Quoting crime number 28*686058
Leicestershire Police News - Published: 14:01 06/11/2026
