A MOTORCYCLIST died this morning after a collision with a post in Almondsbury.

Police investigating the incident are appealing for witnesses.

A Yamaha FZR 1000 motorcycle was travelling from the direction of Aztec West roundabout towards Trench Lane at around 8.20am when the rider mounted the pavement for reasons that are unknown and struck a post.

The 24-year-old died as a result of his injuries.

Officers investigating the incident would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the collision or the bike prior to 8.20am. Anyone with information is asked to call the Collision Investigation Unit on 101.