Motorcyclist who died following a crash near Loch Assynt named
A motorcyclist who died following a crash on the A837 near Loch Assynt has been named.
The incident happened around 11.05am on Wednesday, 22 May, and involved a black BMW GS1250 motorbike and a black Honda VFR motorbike.
Emergency services attended and the rider of the BMW died at the scene. He has been named as Jeremy Weekes (pictured), aged 61, from Newquay in Cornwall. His family has asked for privacy at this time.
The rider of the Honda, a 60-year-old man, was taken to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary with serious injuries. His condition is described as serious but stable.
Sergeant Calum MacAulay said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Mr Weekes at what is a very difficult time.
“Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and anyone who can assist and who has not yet spoken to officers is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1207 of Wednesday, 22 May, 2024.”
