POLICE have named the man who died following a collision on the A377 near Downes Mill, Crediton, on Thursday, May 5.

The collision, which took place shortly after 9pm, involved a Harley-Davidson motorbike and a Ford Fiesta.

The motorbike rider, 42-year-old Luke McLeod, from Exeter, sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital where he later died.

His next of kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.

The road was closed for a number of hours whilst a forensic investigation was carried out by specialist officers.