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    Jun 2023

    Last Updated: 19/06/2023
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    Taxi driver killed in crash near Harewood Bridge

    by John Plummer

    | 19 Jun, 2023
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    A man died in a crash near Harewood Bridge that led to the closure of the A61 for more than 12 hours yesterday.

    Police said today the man, who has not been named, was a taxi driver in his 40s.

    He died at the scene of the crash, which occurred at about 1.20am yesterday morning on the A61 Harrogate Road at Dunkeswick. The road reopened at 3.20pm.

    North Yorkshire Police is now appealing for witnesses to the collision, which involved a grey BMW and a black Peugeot taxi.

    It said in a statement today:

    "Sadly, the driver of the taxi, a man in his 40s died at the scene. His family have been informed and are receiving support form specially trained officers.
    "The driver of the BMW, a man in his 20s remains in hospital.
    "The stretch of road was closed until 3.20pm on Sunday afternoon to allow officers to investigate the scene.


    Anyone who saw the collision or has dashcam footage is urged to dial 101, select option 2 and ask for Steve Hawkins.

    Alternatively, you can email DC 55 Steve Hawkins on Steve.Hawkins@northyorkshire.police.uk

    Quote reference number 12230111568 when passing information.



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