Motorcyclist, 65, killed in crash on country road

A motorcyclist has died following a two-vehicle crash on a country road.

The collision on the A85 near Loch Awe in Argyll and Bute happened at about 10.30am on Sunday July 13.

Police said the motorcyclist, a 65-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers are appealing for information about the crash which involved a black Skoda Octavia and a grey Aprilia Tuono motorcycle.

Sergeant Patrick McWilliams, of Police Scotland, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died.

“Inquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the crash, and we would urge anyone who saw what happened to come forward.

“We’re also keen to speak to anyone who was driving in the area around the time of the crash and may have dashcam footage, as it could assist our investigation.”

The road was closed for investigations following the crash and reopened at about 9.05pm on Sunday.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting incident 1285 of July 13 2025.