Driver dies after car crash near to Catterick Village

It happened in the early hours of Sunday (1st August) morning.

Author: Benjamin FearnPublished 2nd Aug 2021

A driver has died following a car crash near Catterick village.

It happened on the A6055 between Catterick and Leeming Bar at around 2.20am on Sunday (1st August).

A statement from North Yorkshire Police reads: "It involved a black Audi A7 which was travelling southbound and a blue Kia Ceed travelling in the opposite direction.

"Sadly the Kia driver, a local woman in her 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene.

"Officers are appealing for any witnesses to the collision to come forward, including those who may have seen either vehicle prior to the crash.

"Anyone who has dash camera footage is encouraged to save and preserve the footage and to contact North Yorkshire Police."

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