PEOPLE living near the site of a crash near Malvern, which claimed the life of a 61-year-old man, say that it was only a matter of time before a tragedy happened.

Trevor Keith Dyke was airlifted to Selly Oak Hospital after a Suzuki 1100 GSXR motorbike was in collision with his Vauxhall Cavalier as he was taking his three-year-old son from the car.

He later died from his injuries.

A spokesman for West Mercia Police said Mr Dyke's son and the male motorbike rider suffered minor injuries and were recovering at home.

The accident took place just off Guarlford Road, at Rhydd Green, at about 3.25pm on Sunday, June 23.

Gillian Bramson, who lives just a few yards from the spot, at the junction with Guarlford Road and the B4424, said accidents were a regular occurrence there.

"As residents, we feel that the traffic should be slowed down a bit," she said.

"About six weeks ago we had something go into our hedge but luckily no one was hurt.

"Almost every week there's something happening between these two junctions."

Margaret Boaz, who lives further alongGuarlford Road, said the spot was notorious for accidents.

Mike Davis, manager of the Malvern Hills Highways Partnership, said work had been carried out at the junction several years ago to improve visibility.

"Without knowing the cause of this accident it's difficult to say what improvements, if any, might be made," he added.

Anyone with information about the accident should contact PC Howard Latham on 01905 723888 quoting c/598297.

An inquest into the death of Mr Dyke, of Tolley Road, Kidderminster, has been opened and adjourned.