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Jan 2024
Last Updated: 18/01/2024
Pedestrian suffers ‘severe head injuries’ in Harrogate crash
A man suffered “severe head injuries” after being hit by a car in Harrogate yesterday (Wednesday, January 17).
The man was using a pedestrian crossing when a white BMW 1 series, which was travelling south-west on Hookstone Road, collided with him at around 3.27pm.
He was taken to Harrogate District Hospital by ambulance following the incident.
The incident caused lengthy delays while the road was closed.
North Yorkshire Police today appealed for witnesses. It said in a statement:
“As a result of this incident the pedestrian suffered severe head injuries and was taken by ambulance to Harrogate District Hospital.
“Officers are appealing to anyone who witnessed the collision, or who may have dashcam footage that could help, to please come forward.
“Anyone with any information is asked to email Chris.Storey@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for traffic constable Chris Storey.
“If you wish to remain anonymous, you can pass information to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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