A moped rider died in a crash after being followed by police, sparking a watchdog review.

The 59-year-old man was riding in Gosport when he was briefly followed by a marked Hampshire Constabulary police car.

Officers pulled him over on Anglesey Road but he then rode off, crashing at around 8.40pm on Sunday, November 17 in Beech Grove.

Police gave emergency first aid but he died at the scene.

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The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) sent investigators to the scene and is now appealing for witnesses as part of an independent report into the action of the officers involved.

IOPC regional director Mel Palmer said: “Our role is to independently establish the circumstances surrounding this incident, including the actions and decision making of the officers involved. Investigators have been gathering CCTV footage from along the route and carrying out house to house enquiries in the area.

“I would encourage anyone who saw what happened or has any dashcam, doorbell or other footage to get in touch with our investigators.”