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Police say a motorcyclist has died following an earlier serious crash on the Southern Motorway near Greenlane this morning, February 14.
“A section of State Highway 1 has been closed, with the police’s Serious Crash Unit in attendance,” a police spokesperson says.
“An investigation will commence in due course.
“Police want to hear from anyone who witnessed this morning’s tragic events, including those who may require welfare referrals.
“If you witnessed the crash, but have left the area please contact 105 and use the reference number P061612219.
“Police anticipate the closure of southbound lanes will be place for at least two hours.
“Traffic is heavy around the Greenlane interchange.
“Southbound traffic is still being diverted off at the Greenlane East off-ramp.
“We acknowledge motorists’ understanding while important work is carried out at the scene of the fatal crash.
“We continue to encourage motorists to consider alternative routes through the city, including using State Highways 16 and 20.
“Please allow additional time to reach your destination safely.”
Police earlier said a serious crash has led to the closure of a section of the Southern Motorway near Greenlane this Friday morning.
A crash has occurred between a truck and motorcycle on southbound lanes, at around 8am, just prior to the Greenlane on-ramp, police say.
Emergency services are responding to the scene.
Police say they’ll have further information on injuries “in due course”.
Motorists are advised that southbound traffic is being diverted off the motorway at the Greenlane East off-ramp, to rejoin on via the on-ramp.
“Please expect delays in the area,” say police.
