A MOTORCYCLIST has been left with "possibly life-changing" injuries after colliding with a car.

A stretch of Upper Duke Drive, Eastbourne, was closed for several hours on Saturday as the rider was airlifted to hospital.

The incident, between a red Nissan Almera and a silver Kawasaki ZX600, took place around 3.55pm.

Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or have dash cam, CCTV or doorbell footage.

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A spokesman said: "Police investigating a serious collision involving a car and a motor bike in Eastbourne on Saturday are appealing for witnesses.

"The motor cyclist sustained serious, possibly life-changing injuries and was airlifted to hospital. A stretch of Upper Duke Drive was closed for several hours.

"Officers would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or have dash cam, CCTV or doorbell footage.

"Anyone with information can report online or call 101, quoting 920 of 20/3."