Motorcyclist hospitalised after reportedly crashing stolen bike in Townsville

A motorcycle reportedly stolen on Christmas Day caught on fire after its rider crashed in a Townsville suburb. Police are investigating.

Queensland Police Service is investigating following a motorcyclist’s crash in Condon overnight.

A 21-year-old motorcyclist is being treated for serious injuries at the Townsville University Hospital after crashing in Condon.

Queensland Police are investigating the matter further as the motorcycle was reported stolen from a North Ward residence on Christmas Day.

The man was thrown off the motorcycle, which had caught fire after the crash, in North Beck Drive on Monday night.

Emergency services were called to the crash site at 8.16pm.

Originally published as Motorcyclist hospitalised after reportedly crashing stolen bike in Townsville