A teenage girl who was a passenger in a minibus has died after the vehicle was involved in a crash with a car, police have said.

North Yorkshire Police said it was called to Toulston Lane in Tadcaster, at its junction with Rudgate, shortly before 12.30pm on Monday (Dec 1).

The force said the white Mercedes Sprinter minibus, which was carrying nine passengers aged between 16 and 18, was heading towards Sherburn and the light-coloured Hyundai i10 car entered Toulston Lane from Rudgate, near Tadcaster Grammar School.

One girl died at the scene, while another was taken to hospital with serious injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

A statement from North Yorkshire Police said: “The driver of the Hyundai, a 40-year-old woman, has been arrested in connection with the investigation.

“Toulston Lane remains closed to traffic as police enquiries continue.

“We are appealing for any witnesses or motorists with relevant dashcam footage to come forward as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 12250226227. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire, and Jo Coles, Deputy Mayor for Policing, Fire and Crime, said: "We are deeply saddened to hear about the incident on Toulston Lane, Tadcaster and the tragic death of a teenage girl.

“Our condolences go to her family, friends, and the whole Tadcaster community, who we know will be pulling together at this incredibly difficult time.”