A 30-year-old motorcyclist from Sannat yesterday died after crashing into an electricity pole in Mġarr Road, Xewkija.

The incident happened shortly before 1pm when Shaun George Vella lost control of his motorcycle. He was taken to Gozo General Hospital in an ambulance, but succumbed to his injuries a short time later.

The victim, who worked as a truck driver, was an avid motorsport enthusiast.

A magisterial inquiry is under way.

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