Tasmania’s road toll has climbed once more, following a serious motorcycle crash overnight.
It’s been confirmed a 32-year-old Underwood man lost his life on Lilydale Road in Rocherlea.
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 8:30pm on Monday, August 29 2022.
It appears the man had been riding a grey Honda CBR motorcycle, before losing control and crashing near the intersection of Archer Street.
Despite the best efforts of emergency workers, the rider could not be saved.
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash and are now looking for witnesses.
Anyone with information or dash cam footage of the motorcycle is asked to contact Launceston Police on 131 444, or Crime Stoppers.
Those who report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 can remain anonymous.