A MOTORCYCLIST has died from injuries sustained in a collision on the M40 yesterday.

The rider, a 68-year-old man from Ferndown, Dorset, was taken to Wexham Park Hospital following the crash but later died of his injuries.

The collision happened on the slip road to the M25, at junction 1a, at around 1pm.

Today Thames Valley Police launched an appeal for witnesses as they investigate the cause of the collision.

The motorcycle involved is described as a black and gold Kawasaki model.

Anyone with information should contact investigating officer PC Ken Johnson on 08458 505 505 or the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.