Motorcyclist dies after crash with car in Sherburn in Elmet

North Yorkshire Police said the fatal collision happened on Sir John’s Lane in Sherburn in Elmet at 7.55pm on Saturday, June 6.

It involved a blue Mazda vehicle and a silver Suzuki motorcycle.

A police spokesman said: “Sadly, the rider of the motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this very difficult time.”

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The force is appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision, who has any relevant dashcam footage, or who may have seen either vehicle prior to the incident, to come forward.

If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please contact the police online in the first instance:

• Email: Serious Collision Investigation Unit at SCIU@northyorkshire.police.uk

• Online: If you have any information that could assist the investigation, please follow this link and quote reference 12260104599: https://orlo.uk/vDnmr

• Live chat: Available via our website, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

If you are unable to use these options, please call North Yorkshire Police on 101.

Please quote reference 12260104599 when providing information.