Appeal for witnesses after two deaths in Settle collision
The passenger was pronounced dead at the scene and the driver has now died in hospital
Last updated 6th Dec 2021
Police in North Yorkshire are appealing for witnesses after two men were killed in a collision in Settle, Craven district.
It happened on Friday night (Friday, 3 December 2021) at approximately 9.15pm and involved a green Ford Fiesta which collided with a wall near to Settle Golf club.
The 18-year old front seat passenger of the car was pronounced dead at the scene. The 20-year-old driver was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Police have confirmed this morning (Monday 6 December 2021) that the driver has died in hospital.
A police spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are with the families of both males, they are currently being supported by specialist officers.
"Police are appealing to anyone who was in the area and who may have seen the vehicle prior to the collision to come forward. Officers are particularly keen to hear from anyone with dashcam footage who was travelling along the B6480 towards Settle at approximately 9pm."
Information can be provided by calling 101, select option 2, and ask for PC Drake or you can email Ed.Drake@northyorkshire.police.uk
Please quote reference 12210254436 when providing information.