A66 serious collision under investigation
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North Yorkshire Police is appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage following a two-vehicle collision on the A66 in Richmondshire.
It happened at around 8.30pm on Tuesday (10 October 2023) at the junction with East Layton opposite Mainsgill Farm Shop.
It involved a red Suzuki Splash car that was heading south on Moor Lane towards the A66 from East Layton, and a yellow Ford Transit van that was heading east in the direction of Scotch Corner.
The driver of the Suzuki, a man aged in his 70s, had to be freed from the vehicle by firefighters before being taken to hospital by ambulance. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Diversions were managed by National Highways while the emergency services worked at the scene and to allow the safe recovery of both vehicles.
The road reopened at around 12.30am on Wednesday.
Officers need to hear from witnesses to the collision or any motorists in the area at the time who may have relevant dash-cam footage of the incident or of either vehicle prior to the collision.
If you can help, please email [email protected] or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Peter Keenen. Please quote reference number 12230192820 when providing details.