A TEENAGE motorcyclist has died and a rider has been seriously injured in a crash on a Hampshire road.

Police are investigating the collision, which happened on the B3035 at Bishop's Waltham heading towards Botley.

Officers say the incident happened at about 8.45pm and that only one vehicle was involved.

The 18-year-old man who was driving was rushed to Southampton General Hospital, where he was declared dead.

A 15-year-old girl who was riding as a passenger was taken to the same hospital with serious injuries, which are not thought to be life-threatening.

Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact police on 101 and quote Operation Key.