Motorcyclist dies after crash as passenger seriously injured
A motorcyclist has died and a passenger has been seriously injured following a crash involving a van in North Yorkshire.
On Thursday (Jun 25), police responded to reports of a crash between the villages Stapleton and Barton, in North Yorkshire.
The incident happened on Stapleton Bank at the junction with Cleasby Lane and involved a white Vauxhall Vivaro van and a green Kawasaki motorcycle.
The rider of the motorcycle, a man in his 60s, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have said his family have been informed and being supported by trained officers.
The passenger of the motorcycle was taken to hospital, where they remain in a serious condition.
The driver of the van is assisting officers with their enquiries.
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
A spokesperson for North Yorkshire Police said: “We are urging anyone who witnessed the collision, or who saw either vehicle prior to the incident, to come forward.
“Anyone with information, as well as anyone who may have relevant dashcam or CCTV footage, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police. Please email [email protected] , or call North Yorkshire Police on 101.
“Please quote reference 12260118552 when providing information.”