A motorcyclist was recovering in hospital today (Tuesday) after a road crash.

The motorcyclist suffered serious leg injuries when he was involved in a collision with a car at 2.30pm on Sunday.

The incident happened between the motorcycle and an Audi in Thorrington Road, Great Bentley.

The 21-year-old biker from Buckfast Avenue, Kirby Cross, was taken to Colchester Hospital by Essex air ambulance with serious leg injuries.

He was today (Tuesday) described as comfortable in hospital.

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