Pedestrian seriously injured in Tadcaster collision – Driver arrested
A pedestrian has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in Tadcaster.
It happened at 2.45pm on Saturday (7 January).
A blue Kia Venga car which was turning right from Commercial Street onto Mill Lane collided with a man aged in his late 60s who was walking across the road.
The pedestrian was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition.
The driver of the car, a 37-year-old man, was arrested on suspicion of drink and drug driving. He has been released under investigation while police continue with their inquiries.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “The stretch of road was closed for around three hours while officers investigated the scene.
“We thank the members of the public for their patience and understanding during this time.”
Did you see the collision the Kia Venga before the incident? Or do you have any dash-cam or CCTV footage of the collision?
If so, police would like to hear from you. You can contact them on the numbers below.
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How to help the police
- Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Adam Smith
- Email Adam Smith here
- Contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via the website
- Quote reference number 12230003824