Oliver's Mount, Scarborough: Biker in his 30s dies after crash during event at Yorkshire race track

A biker who was taking part in a race at a Yorkshire track has died following a crash, police have confirmed.

North Yorkshire Police said it is appealing for witnesses following the incident at Oliver’s Mount in Scarborough.

The 2026 Bob Smith Spring Cup is taking place across both days of the weekend at the track.

The force said the crash happened at around 3.20pm on Saturday (Apr 11), when a man in his 30s came off a Kawasaki ZX636 during a race.

A statement said: “The man’s family are aware and our thoughts are with them at this difficult time.

The Bob Smith Spring Cup races at Oliver's Mount in Scarborough were suspended following the incident. (File photo)placeholder image
The Bob Smith Spring Cup races at Oliver's Mount in Scarborough were suspended following the incident. (File photo) | Local Library

“We are urging any spectators who were present at the event and have not yet spoken with officers to come forward. If you witnessed the incident,or have any information or social media footage that may assist the investigation, please contact us.”

Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or call 101, quoting incident number 12260064669.

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