Inquiries continue into fatal motorcycle crash; rider identified in Seahampton

A motorcyclist who died in the Lake Macquarie region has been identified, as inquiries into the incident continue.

Just after 7.30am today (Thursday 25 April 2019), emergency services were alerted after the body of a man, and his motorcycle, were located down an embankment off George Booth Drive at Seahampton.

Officers from Lake Macquarie Police District attended and established a crime scene, which continues to be examined by specialist officers.

An investigation into the crash is continuing and police would like to speak with anyone who may have witnessed it, or who may be able assist with establishing the rider’s movements.

It’s believed the incident occurred overnight.

The rider has now been identified as a 46-year-old Stockrington man. He was riding a black Harley Davidson cruiser-style motorbike.

Motorists who were travelling in the area overnight are urged to review their dashcam footage and provide any vision of relevance to local police.

Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence.

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