Appeal for information after fatal collision near Sherburn-in-Elmet

North Yorkshire Police is appealing for information after a two-vehicle collision on the B1222.

The incident happened shortly after 6.30pm last night (3 August 2022) when a black Honda motorbike travelling towards Sherburn-in-Elmet collided with a silver Toyota Hilux 4x4 also travelling in the direction of Sherburn-in-Elmet on the B1222 Bishopdyke Road near the junction with Oxmoor Lane and Scalm Lane.

The motorcyclist suffered serious injuries in the collision. He was taken to hospital for treatment but sadly died shortly after.

We’re appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the incident, seen either vehicle driving in the area beforehand or who may have dashcam footage, to please get in touch. Anyone with dash camera footage is asked to save their footage for officers to review in due course.

If you can help please email: [email protected] or call 101, select option 2 and ask for the Major Collision Investigation Team.

Please quote ref: 12220136679