Appeal for witnesses to fatal collision in North Craven

The incident happened on the A65 Settle bypass, near the junction of Buck Haw Brow, at around 12pm on Friday, June 16.

A poliuce spokesman said: “It involved a red VW Polo that was travelling south along the A65 towards Skipton when it was involved in a collision with a yellow convertible Mini (roof down) and a white and yellow DAF white line painting vehicle.

“The road was closed for some time whilst an investigation was carried out.

“The 77-year-old man who was driving the Polo has sadly since died in hospital. He is from Bury, Greater Manchester.

“Anyone who saw the collision, can recall the manner of driving on any of the vehicles involved, or motorists with relevant dash-cam footage, are asked to email [email protected] quoting reference number 12230110336.”