A man was trapped under his burning motorbike after colliding with a horsebox on a main road.

The crash happened off the A264 Ashurst Road, on Monday, which was taped off near the intersection with Groombridge Road for several hours.

The motorbike's fuel tank ruptured in the accident and burning fuel spread across the road, igniting the horsebox.

The rider's brother-in-law who had been riding with him pulled the motorcyclist free.

Firefighters used a hose reel jet to extinguish the fire. The motorcyclist was handed over to paramedics with burns.

Secamb confirmed that the 35-year-old was treated for superficial burns and injuries to his arm and leg, and was taken to Tunbridge Wells Hospital for further assessment and treatment.

The motorcyclist is believed to be in a serious condition in hospital.

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