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Athelstone man killed in Portrush Rd crash at Evandale

An Athelstone man has died after a collision at Evandale on Wednesday afternoon.

Emergency services at the scene of a fatal crash at the intersection of Portrush Road and Coorara Avenue. Picture: Emma Brasier
Emergency services at the scene of a fatal crash at the intersection of Portrush Road and Coorara Avenue. Picture: Emma Brasier

A 28-year-old man has died after a horrific crash at Evandale.

Emergency services were called to the intersection of Portrush Rd and Edward St just after 3.40pm after reports of a collision between a car and a motorbike.

The motorbike rider was travelling north, when he collided with a van travelling west, blocking traffic on the busy intersection.

Heartbreaking messages are now being left at the scene.

The 28-year-old male motorcyle rider from Athelstone died at the scene, while a 21-year-old man from Hove was not physically injured. He taken to Royal Adelaide Hospital as a precaution.

Emergency services at the scene of a fatal crash at the intersection of Portrush Road and Coorara Avenue. Picture: Emma Brasier
Emergency services at the scene of a fatal crash at the intersection of Portrush Road and Coorara Avenue. Picture: Emma Brasier
The crash is caused delays on Portrush Rd. Picture: Emma Brasier
The crash is caused delays on Portrush Rd. Picture: Emma Brasier

Major Crash Investigators attended the scene, to determine the circumstances leading up to the crash.

Several lanes were closed while investigators were at the scene, causing significant delays.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has any information, is being advised to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Original URL: https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/news/south-australia/car-motorcycle-in-serious-crash-on-portrush-rd-at-payneham-south/news-story/09dc85e8328259ece81643483f1af525