Motorcyclist, 38, dies in Barnsley crash as police appeal for witnesses
A 38-year-old motorcyclist died at the scene of a crash in Barnsley, as police appealed for witnesses.
It was reported a silver Kia Rio and a green Yamaha motorcycle were involved in a crash on Park Road, at the junction with Day Street.
Despite the best efforts of medical personnel, the driver of the motorcycle, a 38-year-old man, died at the scene.
Police stated the driver of the Kia stayed at the scene and is cooperating with officers.
Police are appealing for anyone with information or any witnesses to come forward.
A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police said: “We are now asking for anyone who may have been in the area at the time, or may have seen the two vehicles prior to the collision, to come forward.
“We are also asking for anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward, as it may help our investigation.
“Can you help? You can report any information to us by calling 101 or through our website. Please quote incident number 1037 of 8 September 2025 when you get in touch. You can access our online reporting here: https://www.southyorkshire.police.uk/ro/report/
“Please submit any footage via this link: https://unitedkingdom1cpp-portal.digital-policing.co.uk/southyorks/appeal/witnesses-and-footage-sought-following-fatal-barnsley-collision.”