A motorcyclist, aged 59, tragically lost his life in a three-vehicle crash on the A61 between Ripley and South Stainley, near Harrogate, North Yorkshire. The collision occurred at 17:20 BST on Saturday over the bank holiday weekend.
According to authorities, the motorcyclist was riding a Suzuki Bandit motorcycle at the rear of a group of bikers when the incident took place. The drivers of a Land Rover and Ford Transit van involved in the crash immediately stopped at the scene, as confirmed by North Yorkshire Police.
North Yorkshire Police have informed the family of the deceased about the tragic accident. The police are urging anyone with information about the incident or who may have dash cam footage to get in touch with them.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing and updates will be announced in due course by North Yorkshire Police.
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