Easingwold: 60-year-old cyclist dies in crash as driver of car arrested
The cyclist, a 60-year-old man, died at the scene
Police are appealing for dashcam footage and information following a fatal collision involving a blue Volvo XC60 and a cyclist on Friday (October 16).
The cyclist, a 60-year-old man, sadly died at the scene on Alne Road in Easingwold as a result of the collision at around 5pm.
His family have been informed and are receiving support, North Yorkshire Police said.
The driver of the Volvo, a 39-year-old man, was arrested in connection with the investigation.
He has since been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
The collision occurred as both parties were travelling away from Easingwold, just prior to where Alne Road crosses the A19 Easingwold Bypass.
Police are particularly interesting in speaking to anyone who may have witnessed the collision or anyone with relevant dashcam footage of the area during this time.
This includes of the collision itself as well as both parties prior to the incident.
If you can help in any way, please email [email protected] or call North Yorkshire Police on 101 and ask for the Serious Collision Investigation Unit.
If you would prefer to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or make an online report.
Please quote reference number 12260203818 when providing details.