A man in his 30s has died following a collision on the A4 at West Kennett near Avebury, Wiltshire, on the evening of Sunday 19 July. The rider, reported locally as Alex Daines, was involved in a crash with a Fiat Tipo at about 7.10pm, police have confirmed.
Events at the scene
Emergency services, including ambulance crews and the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance, attended the scene. Members of the public provided CPR to the motorcyclist before medics arrived, but he was later pronounced dead. A passenger in the Fiat — described by police as a teenage boy — sustained reportedly minor injuries and was taken to hospital.
- Location: A4 West Kennett, at junction with the B4003 (near Avebury)
- Time: approximately 7.10pm, Sunday 19 July
- Vehicles: Honda CBR motorcycle (green) and a Fiat Tipo
- Investigation: Forensic collision investigation carried out; road closed for more than 12 hours
Investigation and community response
Wiltshire Police are investigating the circumstances of the collision. A forensic collision investigation was carried out and the A4 was closed in both directions for more than 12 hours to allow enquiries to take place. A force spokesperson said the rider was declared dead at the scene and that the next of kin had been informed.
“A motorcyclist has sadly died following a collision on the A4 near Avebury yesterday evening (19/07). At around 7.10pm we responded to a collision between a Fiat Tipo and a Honda CBR motorcycle on the A4 West Kennet, at the junction with the B4003.”
Members of the local community have paid tribute on social media. In comments on the Wiltshire 999s Facebook page, family members described the deceased as a much-loved relative:
“RIP to my cousin. Everyone is truly devastated and lost for words... I will forever be grateful to of known and been apart of your family al fly high and never stop looking down smiling xx”
and
“My poor brother I love you always & forever.”
How to assist the inquiry
Anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dash‑cam footage is asked to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Team on 01225 694597, quoting log number 326 of 19 July. Alternatively, the team can be emailed at [email protected].
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | 19 July |
| Time | Approx. 7.10pm |
| Location | A4 West Kennett, junction with B4003 (near Avebury) |
| Vehicles involved | Honda CBR (motorcycle, green) and Fiat Tipo (car) |
| Casualties | Motorcyclist (male, 30s) – deceased; Fiat passenger (teenage boy) – minor injuries |
The loss of life on a busy rural route such as the A4 has prompted concern locally; the road links several Wiltshire communities and heritage sites, and closures can have a significant knock‑on effect on traffic and emergency access. The police appeal aims to establish a full timeline and any factors that led to the collision.
Further updates will be provided by Wiltshire Police as enquiries progress.
