A19 crash leaves man in critical condition as road closed for hours
A 39-year-old man has been left in a critical condition after a three-vehicle crash on the A19 at Balne crossroads, prompting a lengthy road closure.
At 10.15am on Monday (Jul 20), police responded to reports of a serious three-car crash on the A19.
The incident occurred at Balne crossroads and involved a black Audi A3 car, a grey Range Rover, and a white Hyundai Santa Fe SUV.
The driver of the Audi, a 39-year-old man from Selby, is in a critical condition in hospital.
He and a passenger had to be removed from the vehicle by firefighters before going in the ambulance.
The passenger, and the drivers of the other vehicles, were also taken to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life threatening.
The stretch of road was closed between the M62 and Bull Lane.
It is expected to remain closed until around 7pm while collision investigators work at the scene.
Drivers are asked to follow the diversions until further notice.
Police launched an appeal for any witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “If you recall seeing any of the vehicles prior to the collision, or you can help the investigation in any way, please email the Roads Policing officers [email protected] and [email protected].
“Please quote reference number 12260138218 when providing details.”