Rawmarsh: Van driver dies after collision involving motorbike as police launch appeal
A van driver has died after a collision in Rotherham, police said.
On Saturday June 27 at 10.18am, police received reports of a collision on Haugh Road, in Rawmarsh.
It is reported a white Vauxhall Vivaro van and a blue Victory Hammer motorcycle were involved in a collision.
The driver of the van, a 62-year-old man, died at the scene. His family has been informed, police said.
The rider of the motorbike was taken to hospital with serious injuries that are not thought to be life-threatening.
South Yorkshire Police officers have launched an appeal for witnesses and those with dashcam footage to come forward and assist with the investigation into a road traffic collision in Rotherham.
In a statement, the force said: “We are keen to hear from any witnesses who have not yet spoken to officers, or anyone who may have dashcam or CCTV footage of the collision, or the car prior to the collision.
“You can report information to us online, via live chat or by calling 101 quoting incident number 341 of 27 June 2026.
"Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously via independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.”