A64 – Teenager arrested after crash in Scarborough

North Yorkshire Police said a red Citroën C1 hit the pole in Seamer Road, Scarborough after midnight (February 7).

A force spokesperson said a 16‑year‑old boy, who was a passenger in the vehicle was injured and is in a serious condition.

A 17‑year‑old boy has been arrested on suspicion of driving offences and is currently in police custody.

North Yorkshire Police confirmed the A64 Seamer Road was closed until around 7am to allow investigators to examine the scene.

The spokesperson said: “We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the collision or who may have dashcam footage from the area at the time.

“If you can assist, please email jack.dodsworth@northyorkshire.police.uk and liam.barnes@northyorkshire.police.uk, or contact the North Yorkshire Police control room on 101.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Please quote reference 12260023063 when providing information.

The county’s fire and rescue service said a crew from Scarborough was called to Barry’s Lane in the town around 12.30am today (February 7).

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A spokesperson for the service said: “Crews isolated the car’s battery using small tools and then cleared the road of any debris using crew power and a brush.”