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Cyclist Killed in Collision with Van on A59 Near Skipton
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Fatal Collision on A59 Near Skipton
Around 5.30 pm on Sunday, September 20, a man in his 60s was riding a bicycle on the A59 near the Gargrave Road roundabout on the outskirts of Skipton. A blue Volkswagen Caddy travelling in the same direction from Broughton towards Skipton struck the cyclist. Police said the rider died at the scene. The Yorkshire Air Ambulance landed on the carriageway to attend the victim, and the road was closed while emergency services worked the scene.
Official Statements & Responses
North Yorkshire Police confirmed the collision and appealed for witnesses or dash-cam footage, asking anyone with information to contact the force via email SCIU@northyorkshire.police.uk or phone 101, quoting reference NYP-20092026-0389. The force also warned that the road would remain closed for an extended period and urged motorists to use alternative routes. Yorkshire Ambulance Service reported that ambulance crews were dispatched, but no further details on injuries or additional vehicles were released.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The road is expected to remain closed for some time, so please avoid the area and use an alternative route.” — North Yorkshire Police
Traffic Impact and Ongoing Investigation
The closure affected traffic between Broughton and the Gargrave Road roundabout, a key segment of the A59 that links Skipton, Harrogate and York. Drivers were advised to avoid the area until the investigation is complete. Police continue to gather evidence, including possible dash-cam recordings, to determine the circumstances of the crash. No further information on the cause of the collision has been released at this stage.
