Police appeal for information following a fatal collision on the A1

Police are appealing for information and witnesses following a fatal collision that happened overnight on the A1 in North Yorkshire.

The collision occurred at approximately 02.10am on the southbound carriageway of the A1(m) between Junction 48 (Boroughbridge) and Junction 47 (Allerton Park).

A HGV lorry collided with an overhead bridge near to the Allerton Waste Recovery site. Tragically, the driver of the HGV, a 31-year-old man, died at the scene.

The southbound carriageway was closed to allow emergency services to attend the incident and investigate the scene. It currently remains closed for scene recovery work to take place, two lanes are expected to open to traffic after 4pm.

Officers are now urging anyone who saw the collision or the HGV involved in the collision prior to it that has not already made contact to get in touch.

Police are particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have any relevant dashcam footage.

Anyone with information is asked to email mcit@northyorkshire.police.uk or phone North Yorkshire Police on 101 and speak to the Force Control Room.

Please quote reference number 12240071188 when passing information.

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