A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of driving while over the prescribed limit for drugs in connection with a fatal collision near Hitchin.

Officers have launched an investigation following the incident this afternoon (Monday, August 2).

A car and a motorcycle were in collision on the B656 London Road, between Langley and Hitchin, just before 2pm.

Sadly, the motorcyclist – a man aged in his 30s – passed away at the scene. His family have been informed and are being supported by officers.

Detective Sergeant David Burstow, from the Serious Collisions Investigation Unit (SCIU), said: "Our thoughts are very much with the motorcyclist's family at this distressing time, and we are working to establish the exact circumstances that led to this collision.

"We are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision, or the moments prior to it, to come forward and speak to us.

"If you have a dash cam fitted to your vehicle and were travelling in the area at the time of the collision, please review your footage to see if you have captured anything of note."

The man is currently in police custody.

If you can help, please contact police quoting Operation Siratro or call the non-emergency number 101.