Transit van damages HGV in Skipton collision
It happened on the A59 near the Broughton Road junction at around 6.30am on Wednesday 3rd March
Last updated 28th Mar 2021
Police are investigating a collision in Skipton in which a white Ford Transit van caused damage to a HGV as it was overtaking it.
It happened at around 6.30am on Wednesday 3rd March on the A59 near the Broughton Road junction, as both vehicles were travelling towards the Little Chef roundabout (the A59/A65 roundabout).
Officers say it's been reported that the Transit van was being driven on the wrong side of the road, head on into oncoming traffic.
Police are now appealing for any witnesses or anyone who has dash cam footage to get in touch with them.
They're particularly keen to hear from the driver of the vehicle which the van was driving head on towards.
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation can contact North Yorkshire Police by calling 101, selecting option 2, and asking for PC Jon Perrett. You can also email Jon.Perrett@northyorkshire.police.uk
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
You can quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12210070245.