A motorcyclist who died after his off-road bike spun out of control has been named.
Anthony John Thompson, 22, died on a grass stretch of land between the A1058 Coast Road and St Peter's Road, in Wallsend, North Tyneside, at about 4.30pm on Saturday.
Mr Thompson, of Barmouth Close, in Battle Hill, Wallsend, lost control of the Yamaha bike and fell off, suffering head and lung injuries.
Police said at the time of the accident the rider was not wearing a crash helmet.
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact police on (01661) 872555.
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