A Selby man has died in a three-vehicle crash over the Bank Holiday weekend.
It happened shortly after 3.20pm on Saturday (3 May) on the A65, near to Mearbeck, between Settle and Long Preston.
A red BMW motorbike, a blue Vauxhall Agila and a white VW Golf collided.
Mearbeck, near Settle
A fourth vehicle was also damaged as a result of the collision.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The rider of the motorbike, a 37-year-old man from Selby, sadly died at the scene.
“His family are being supported by specially trained officers and have asked for privacy. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.
“The red BMW motorbike was being ridden towards Skipton in company with three other motorbikes, which were not involved in the collision and stopped at the scene.
“If you saw the four motorbikes in the lead up to the collision, or witnessed the collision please contact us.
“We’re especially keen to hear from anyone who may have dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident.”
How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC Amy Herrick
- Email PC Amy Herrick
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12250078778
