EMERGENCY services are currently dealing with a serious collision on the B6163, near the junction of the A658 Knaresborough by-pass which has been closed to traffic.

The accident was reported at 4.36pm today (Wednesday, September, 6) and road closures and diversions are being put in place by highways to allow the emergency teams to work at the scene.

North Yorkshire Police say More details about the collision will be released when available.

In the meantime, any witnesses are asked to contact officers on 101, select option 1, and speak to the Force Control Room.

Quote reference NYP-06092017-0347.