A motorcyclist has died following a crash on the A59 near the A1(M) junction this morning.
The collision happened at around 8am today on the A59 between the Junction 47 roundabout and the Flaxby roundabout.
It involved a blue Vauxhall Mokka car and a red Honda motorcycle.
Tragically, the motorcyclist, a man in his 40s, suffered fatal injuries. Police have said his family are being supported by specially-trained officers.
The driver of the car was taken to hospital for treatment.
A police spokesperson said:
“North Yorkshire Police are appealing for any witnesses, or anyone with dashcam footage taken in the area, to come forward as a matter of urgency.
“There was queuing traffic in the area at the time of the collision, including people travelling towards the Great Yorkshire Show, and officers would like to hear from anyone with information that could assist the investigation.
“If you can help, please contact North Yorkshire Police. Email mcit@northyorkshire.police.uk, or call 101.”
Please quote reference 12250125412 when passing information.

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