Who died in the Southowram collision?

Stephen Park, a 78-year-old motorcyclist from Brighouse, died in the collision.

What vehicles were involved in the fatal collision near Halifax?

The collision involved a Harley Davidson motorcycle and three vehicles: a silver Ford Transit van, a silver Mercedes SLK, and a grey Audi A1.

What is the current status of the investigation into the motorcyclist's death?

Police are conducting multiple inquiries to determine the full circumstances of the incident, including whether the involved vehicles were in a prior incident.

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Motorcyclist's death sparks fatal driving probe

2 Feb

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Summary

A 78-year-old motorcyclist tragically died in a collision.
Three drivers were arrested on suspicion of causing death.
Police are investigating prior incidents before the crash.

Motorcyclist's death sparks fatal driving probe

Police are investigating the death of 78-year-old motorcyclist Stephen Park, who died following a collision on Saturday shortly before 12:30 GMT near Halifax. The incident occurred in Southowram when Mr. Park, from Brighouse, fell from his Harley Davidson.

Three individuals driving a silver Ford Transit van, a silver Mercedes SLK, and a grey Audi A1 were arrested. They are suspected of causing death by dangerous driving and have been released on bail pending further inquiries.

According to authorities, the three vehicles were travelling towards Brighouse and came into contact with Mr. Park, who was heading in the opposite direction. Investigators believe the vehicles may have been involved in an incident just prior to the fatal collision.