Motorcyclist thrown from bike in crash with ute on Kyogle Rd at Uki in northern NSW
A motorcyclist has died after he was thrown from his bike in a violent crash in northern NSW.
The 35-year-old male rider was travelling on Kyogle Rd in Uki, about 42km southwest of Tweed Heads, when he crashed with a utility vehicle about 2.20pm on Saturday.
The man was “ejected from the motorcycle” in the crash, NSW Police said.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.Paramedics treated him at the scene before he was flown in a critical condition to Princess Alexandra Hospital, but he died that evening about 7.15pm.
The 52-year-old man behind the wheel of the ute was taken to Murwillumbah District Hospital for mandatory testing.
A roadside breath test returned a negative result.
Both vehicles were seized by police for forensic examination.
A crime scene has been established, and investigations are ongoing.
A report will be prepared for the coroner.
Originally published on 7NEWS
