Appeal launched after man injured in serious crash between a motorcycle and a tractor near Harrogate

On the A59, at Hampsthwaite near Harrogate, a red motorcycle attempted to overtake a John Deere tractor when a crash occured.

The incident happened at 7.50pm on Wednesday 14 August 2024 at the junction with Burley Bank Road.

Following the crash the motorcyclist was taken to hospital where he is currently in a serious condition, North Yorkshire Police confirmed.

The tractor driver was uninjured and remained on scene to assist officers with their enquiries.

A section of the A59 was closed for several hours to allow investigation work to be carried out at the scene.

In a statement police said: “We’re appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious collision which occurred on the A59 at Hampsthwaite near Harrogate.

“Witnesses who saw either the collision or the vehicles prior to the collision, or have dashcam footage, are asked to contact Chris Storey by emailing [email protected] or by calling North Yorkshire Police on 101.

“Please quote NYP reference 12240147648 when passing on information.

“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”