THE biker who died in a crash in Hanbury last week has been named by police.

Robert Alastair Newland died following the incident on Friday in which his silver Yamaha collided with a black Audi on the B4090 in Mere Green, Hanbury, near Droitwich.

The 45-year-old beer sales agent was single and lived in Feckenham.

A post mortem examination revealed Mr Newland died as a result of multiple injuries.

Coroner for Worcestershire, Geraint Williams, is expected to open an inquest into the death this afternoon.

A man was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and released on police bail while inquiries continue.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, which happened just after noon, or either of the vehicles in the moments leading up to it, can call police with any information on 08457 444 888, quoting reference 272-s-101008.