A MOTORCYCLIST has died in a fatal collision in Ravenstonedale.

Ronnie Monks, 72, was killed in the tragedy which occurred on Townhead Lane, near the A683 junction at approximately 4:08pm on Saturday afternoon.

The Police have issued an appeal for anyone who witnessed the crash.

Ronnie was riding a black Triumph Rocket motorcycle and died at the scene.

Mr Monks’ family has been informed.

Anyone with information can contact with PC 353 Thompson on 101, or email: SCIU@cumbria.police.uk quoting log 155 of the July 11th.