A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after being involved in a road traffic collision near a pub.

Police were called to the incident on London Road South in Pakefield, Lowestoft at 5pm yesterday after a motorbike and van had collided.

It happened at the junction next to the Carlton Pub.

Officers were helped by members of the public in helping the injured motorcyclist until the ambulance arrived.

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Fluid from the motorbike had spilt into the road and Suffolk Highways were called to clear the mess and that section of the road was reopened roughly an hour later.

People who live in the area said this is at least the third accident to have happened at the junction in 2024.

The extent of the motorcyclist's injuries is unknown.