Gwent Police is appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision that occurred at approximately 11.15am yesterday morning, Saturday 21st June, on the A449 northbound.
The collision involved a black BMW car and a white Kawasaki motorcycle.
Police and the Ambulance Service attended. The rider of the motorcycle, a 60 year old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. Specialist officers are supporting the family of the deceased.
The driver of the BMW has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and remains in police custody at this time.
Officers from the Roads Policing Unit are investigating the incident, and anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting log 202 21/06/14.
