Family of man who died on A64 near York in safety appeal

North Yorkshire Police said they have received reports from members of the public that people are stopping on the A64 near York to leave flowers, cards and messages following the death of a 19-year-old local man at the weekend.

A spokesperson said: “We, along with the family of the man who sadly died following a collision on the A64 on Saturday evening, are urging well-wishers to put their own safety, and that of other road users first when laying flowers at the scene.

“We have received reports from members of the public that people stopping on the roadside to leave flowers, cards and messages were placing themselves at risk of being struck by passing vehicles.

“The fatal collision happened on the eastbound carriageway of the A64 between Grimston Bar and the Hopgrove Roundabout at around 9.40pm on Saturday 21 March.

“Sadly, a 19-year-old local man, who was a pedestrian, died from his injuries. Our thoughts continue to be with his loved ones at this difficult time.

“Those who wish to pay their respects are now asked to use the designated area underneath the A64 at What3Words location: apron.bucket.stored, rather than stopping on the A64. The new location is shown in the photographs and we also ask you to please take care if you attend the new location.”

The spokesperson said any flowers or tributes previously placed on the carriageway have also been moved to this location.

“As our investigation into the circumstances of the collision progresses, we continue to appeal for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward if they have not yet spoken to us.

“We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who may have seen a man on foot near Grimston Bar or the A64 that night.

“If you can assist our investigation, please email mcit@northyorkshire.police.uk, or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and speak to the Major Collision Investigation Team.

“Please quote reference 12260050942 when passing information.”