A serious road traffic collision between a motorbike and a black Mercedes occurred in Earsham last night.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident which took place on the A143 at the junction with The Street.

Officers were called at 7.10pm and the male motorcyclist was taken to the James Paget Hospital in Gorleston with serious injuries.

The road was closed whilst emergency services dealt with the incident and was re-opened at 10.30pm.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or the manner of driving of either vehicle prior to the incident, should contact PC Stuart Watson at Acle Roads Policing on 101.