At approximately 5.25pm on Thursday 16th August 2007 on the A177 dual carriageway between Sedgefield and Thorpe Larches.
A red Honda CB400 was carrying out an overtaking manoeuvre, for some unknown reason the rider has lost control, the machine has come into contact with the grass verge, which has thrown the rider from the bike.
If anyone has seen this accident or has any information, can you please contact Pc Mick Bell, Durham Police's Accident Unit on 0191 3752159.