Sadly, a male motorcyclist has died following a two-vehicle crash on the Brooker Highway at Glenorchy this morning.
The crash occurred near the Elwick Road intersection around 8.30am, when a black motorcycle crashed into a white Holden Captiva.
Police had attempted to intercept the motorcycle a short time earlier.
Upon police arrival, CPR was provided to the rider however sadly, he died at the scene. Our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this difficult time.
The occupants of the Captiva were not physically injured.
As is normal practice in these circumstances, a Professional Standards investigation will be conducted into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
While the investigation is in its early stages, evidence suggests that the police vehicle was not in the immediate vicinity of the motorcycle, or under lights and sirens, at the time of the crash.
Police and emergency services remain on the scene, with the Brooker Highway remaining closed to allow crash scene investigations to be conducted.
Police are calling for witnesses to the crash to come forward.
Anyone with dash cam footage or information should contact Police on 131444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.