Teenager in life threatening condition after crash in Kirklees

Police say they were called just before 8.30pm yesterday.

WYP
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 6th Dec 2023

An investigation is underway after a serious collision in Kirklees.

Police say they were called just before 8.30pm yesterday.

A 17-year-old is suffering with life threatening injuries.

A Police Statement said:

"Police are appealing for information following a serious injury collision in Kirklees.

"It happened at about 8.26pm yesterday (Tuesday) when a black Toyota Yaris travelling along Greenfield Road towards Holmfirth, struck the edge of the Ford Inn pub and collided with a wall and a tree nearby.

"The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle, a 17-year-old male, was taken to hospital with serious injuries, which are said to be life threatening.

"Anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has footage that may assist is asked to contact the Roads Policing Unit on 101 or by using the livechat facility on the West Yorkshire Police website."

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