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A motorcyclist has died after his bike had a collision with a utility near Murwillumbah yesterday morning.

The accident occurred on Numinbah Road, near Crouchy Creek Road, soon after 10.15am.

Echonetdaily understands motorbike rider ran into a Toyota Hilux utility as it was turning onto the road.

The the 22-year-old male rider died at the scene.

The 87-year-old male utility driver was uninjured but taken to Murwillumbah Hospital for mandatory alcohol and drug testing.

The crash investigation unit is preparing a report for the coroner.

Police are urging anyone with information in relation to this incident to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page: https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au/


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