Ayrshire biker tragically found dead nine hours after police alerted to fatal crash
12.11.2023 - 12:55
/ dailyrecord.co.uk
An Ayrshire motorcyclist was tragically found dead nine hours after a crash.
Darrel Sturgeon lay undiscovered through the night after cops were first alerted by an automated message from a mobile phone that a crash had taken place at the Cloyntie Toll Bridge area of Straiton.
Police first raced to the scene at 10.18pm on Wednesday, November 8.
Officers say they carried out a "thorough search of the area," but were unable to trace the biker.
Around 7.35am the next morning, officers probing the crash were then passed further information and discovered a red, blue and white Honda CBR600F motorcycle off the B741 near Straiton.
Sadly, Darrel, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been made aware.
A major probe into the crash has been launched by Ayrshire Road Policing Unit who have appealed for witnesses. A report will be sent to the Procurator Fiscal.
Meanwhile tributes have poured in for Darrel.
The young man's former RAF Cadet Squadron in Girvan paid their respects.
A post on their Facebook reads: "Sad news today that ex 1371 Sqn cadet Darrel Sturgeon was killed in a motorbike accident near Straiton on Wednesday.
"Only 21, so young, our hearts go out to his family."
Inspector Craig Beaver, from Ayrshire Road Policing Unit, said: “Our enquiries into the circumstances of what happened are underway and our thoughts are with Darrel’s family and friends.
"I would appeal to anyone who may have seen a red, blue and white Honda CBR600F motorcycle in Crosshill, Maybole and Straiton areas.
"I'm also appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash or who may have dash-cam footage to contact us as soon as possible, as you may have captured something that could assist our investigation.
"Anyone with information should call Police