Pigeon Island biker dies after fall

The police say they are investigating a fatal accident that occurred at about 0430h. today on the Montrose Public Road, ECD, and which resulted in the death of Jonathon Validel, 43 years, of Pigeon Island, ECD.

Investigations have revealed that Validel was allegedly riding his motor cycle at a fast rate when he lost control of the vehicle and fell.

He suffered injuries and was taken to the GPHC where he was pronounced DOA.