INFORMATION and witnesses are being sought following a non-stop collision on the A435 near Junction 3 of the M42, in Wythall.

It happened at about 2pm on Thursday, January 20, and involved a red VW Golf and a yellow Honda motorcycle.

The driver of the Golf and the motorcycle rider, both men, had a brief exchange at the Total garage and left the forecourt at the same time, heading up the A435 northbound. After about 200 metres there was a collision which resulted in the motorcyclist falling from his machine. The Golf did not stop at the scene.

The motorcyclist was not seriously injured and did not require any medical treatment.

Detective Constable Rachel Wheeler said: “We would like to hear from anyone who saw the two men at the garage or saw the collision, as they may be able to help us piece together what happened.

A man was arrested in connection with the incident and been released on police bail until March 13.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call DC Wheeler on 0300 333 3000, quoting reference 386-S-200111, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.