A man died after a serious road accident in York today (Saturday, November 5).
The two-vehicle crash happened at about 11.45am on Gale Lane, Acomb.
A black Peugeot Expert and a Vauxhall Zafira collided. An air ambulance called to the scene, along with police and a road ambulance.
Serious RTC, Gale Lane, York, avoid area as completely shut off at this time. Please bear with us whilst emergency services are on scene.
— NYP York City & East (@SNAYorkCityEast) November 5, 2016
The driver of the Peugeot was taken to York Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Gale Lane was closed for more than an hour but has since reopened.
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision, or either of the vehicles involved before the collision, to contact them.
How to help the police
How to help the police| Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for TC Glen Robinson | |
| Or Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 |
| Email TC Robinson here | |
| Quote reference number NYP-05112016-0202 |