A teenager has died after a car crash on the edge of the Harrogate district at the weekend.
The collision happened at 2.15pm on Saturday on the B6265 at the crossroads between Whixley and Thorpe Underwood, south of Boroughbridge.
It involved a blue Ford Focus and a silver Volkswagen Touran.
An 18-year-old man, who was a passenger in the Ford, died as a result of the collision. He has not been named.
Six other occupants of both vehicles were taken to hospital with injuries.
North Yorkshire Police have urged witnesses to come forward.
A force statement today said:
“Police are urging anyone who saw the collision or either car involved prior to it to get in touch. They would also like to hear from anyone who may have relevant dashcam footage.
“Anyone with information is asked to email PC Julie Brown. [email protected] or phone North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for Julie Brown. Please quote reference number 12230116638 when passing information.”
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