A MOTORCYCLIST has died after a collision in Broughton.

The man, believed to be in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on the junction of Bretton Lane and Chester Road just after 1.30pm today (Tuesday).

The collision, near Broughton Shopping Park, involved a Yamaha motorbike and a green Ford Mondeo.

The driver of the car is not believed to have sustained any injuries.

Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision to call officers at the Eastern Roads Policing Unit on 101 (if in Wales), 0845 6071001 (Welsh) or 0845 6071002 (English).