A MOTORCYCLIST who was involved in a crash on a North-East sea front was treated by a paramedic and RNLI first aiders who happened to be on a training day nearby.

The rider of the Suzuki motorbike, in his 20s, had been in collision with a black Ford C-Max and then a parked silver Peugeot and was eventually taken to James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough by ambulance with injuries to his left knee and left elbow.

The crash happened shortly after 10am today (Sunday, August 23) near the Pacittos ice cream parlour on Redcar seafront, close to where the crew of the Redcar Lifeboat were taking part in an advanced first aid training day, conducted by a qualified paramedic.

A spokesman for the RNLI, who was also at the scene, described the motorbiker as "walking wounded" who "left a lot of skin on the road." However it is not thought he was very seriously injured. The Suzuki bike was badly damaged.

The driver of the Ford, a man in his 40s, did not sustain any injuries. The seafront was closed for a short period to allow two fire engines and one ambulance to quickly attend the scene. The motorcyclist was not wearing leathers.

News of the collision was posted on Redcar RNLI's Facebook site, and the quick-acting lifeboatmen and women received praise from the public.

Mick Cannon said: "That's why you're the fourth emergency service. Always ready. Always on call. Always willing to help. Well done team."

Lee Helm said: "My hat's off to all RNLI members. Well done again. He's lucky they were there to help."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.