Man arrested after video of fatal crash is shared online
A motorcyclist in his 40s died in the collision on Tuesday
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A man has been arrested after a video showing the scene of a fatal collision was posted on social media.
Suffolk Police said a motorcyclist in his 40s died during the crash on the A14 at Sproughton, near Ipswich, on Tuesday evening.
Following the incident, a video that showed the victim was shared on social media.
The 37-year-old from Ipswich was arrested on suspicion of malicious communications and driving a motor vehicle on a road whilst using a handheld device.
He was questioned by the police and subsequently released under investigation as inquiries continued.
The collision occurred on the westbound carriageway of the road at about 17:45 BST on Tuesday.
It involved a car, van and a motorcycle.
Acting Insp Byron Hearsum said the social media post was "insensitive and disrespectful".
"I would urge people to think first – would you want a photo or video of yourself or your loved one uploaded to social media after such a collision?" he added.
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