Sadly, a male motorcyclist has died following a single vehicle crash near Warrane on Hobart's eastern shore in the early hours of this morning.
The crash occurred near the Warrane overpass on the Tasman Highway about 12.30am.
Police had earlier attempted to intercept the motorcycle a short time earlier at the Shoreline Roundabout to Howrah.
Upon police arrival, CPR was provided however sadly, the motorcyclist died at the scene. Our thoughts are with the man's family and loved ones at this difficult time.
As is normal practice in these circumstances, a Professional Standards investigation will be conducted into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
While the investigation is in its early stages, evidence suggests that the police vehicle was not in the immediate vicinity of the motorcycle, or under lights and sirens, at the time of the crash.
Police and emergency services remain on the scene, with the Tasman Highway between the Mornington Roundabout and the Rosny exit to remain closed for the next couple of hours to allow crash scene investigations to be conducted.
Police are calling for witnesses to the crash to come forward.
Anyone with dash cam footage or information should contact Police on 131444 or report anonymously to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or crimestopperstas.com.au
A report will be prepared for the Coroner.
