The Independents Police Complaints Commission will not investigate Sussex Police after the death of a motorcyclist.

Thomas Pickthall, 24, from Springfield Close, Lavant, died shortly after falling from his motorcycle on Easter Monday after being pulled over by traffic police.

Mr Pickthall and his crashed motorcycle were found by officers searching the area for him after he rode off when they initially pulled him over.

Officers then found the rider and his crashed motorcycle in Chalkpit Lane, Lavant, near Chichester at about 10.11pm on Easter Monday.

The rider had sustained serious injuries and was subsequently pronounced dead at the scene.

Police watchdog the Independent Police Complaints Commission was notified that evening, but has decided not to investigate the force.

A Sussex Police spokesman said that anyone who saw the incident or who has information about Mr Pickthall's movements earlier in the evening can should call 0845 6070999.

Leave your tributes to Mr Pickthall here or call the news desk on 01273 544519.