Police today appealed for witnesses to a collision on the A40 near Witney in which a motorcyclist suffered serious injuries.

The collision, which happened at about 7.45am on Tuesday, was between a small pick-up truck and a motorcycle, on the A40 at Barnard Gate.

Police said the motorcyclist sustained injuries to his stomach and right leg. His condition is not believed to be life threatening.

Anyone with information is asked to call PC David Roberts-Ablett, of the Roads Policing Department in Bicester, via the 24-hour Police Enquiry Centre on 0845 8 505 505, or if you don’t want to speak to police or leave a name call the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.