Witness appeal following M62 crash involving cyclist and lorry

The rider of an e-bike is in hospital with serious injuries

Author: Liam ArrowsmithPublished 19th Dec 2023

Police are appealing for witnesses after a cyclist was left in hospital with serious injuries, following a crash involving a lorry on the M62.

An e-bike made its way onto the motorway between junctions 29 and 30 at around 01:10 on Tuesday 19 December.

A male in his 30s who was riding the bike suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.

A full closure was put in place between the junctions following the collision while necessary recovery and investigation work took place.

The cycle rider continues to be treated in hospital today, and police continue to investigate the circumstances of the collision.

Anyone who saw what happened is asked to get in touch with the West Yorkshire force.

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